Birds of Prey
Least Concern
Swainson's spurfowl or Swainson's francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae which is native to southern Africa. In the Shona language in Zimbabwe, this bird is called the chikwari or horwe and is considered a delicacy by outdoor and hunting enthusiasts. Swainson's spurfowl was named after William Swainson, an English ornithologist.
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Top parks for Swainson's Spurfowl. Sightings recorded in 154 safari areas total.
● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
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