Francolin, or spurfowl, are a common sight while on safari in Africa. There are several different species and they are often referred to as African chickens or safari chickens for their tendency to scurry out of the way of vehicles. This red-necked francolin was photographed in Uganda, sitting atop a termite mound. Nikon D300 with Nikkor 200-400mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 400, f/4 at 1/500th of a second.
One of our guides in south Africa said his mother used to cook these birds–and he said, “trust me, they are awful”! However, we certainly enjoyed seeing them scoot about. This one looks to be on patrol.
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One of our guides in south Africa said his mother used to cook these birds–and he said, “trust me, they are awful”! However, we certainly enjoyed seeing them scoot about. This one looks to be on patrol.