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Pheasants and Chukars

Chukar Partridge: Hardy Game Bird Breed Profile

Tinted eggsFlightyCold hardyHeat hardy
50Eggs / year
In brief

Small tinted eggs, 1-2 lbs. at maturity, and a flighty temperament.

Breed specifications

Chukar Partridge at a glance

Temperament
Flighty
Weight
1-2 lbs.
Eggs per year
50
Egg size
Small
Egg color
Tinted
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes

The Chukar is a flighty bird and often a favorite to stock for small bird hunting. It is a stout 13-14 inch-long partridge, with a light brown back, grey breast, and buff belly. The face is white with a black gorget. It has rufous-streaked flanks, red legs, and coral red bill. Sexes are similar, the females are slightly smaller in size and lack the spur. Order Minimum 50.

Common questions

Chukar Partridge questions, answered

How many eggs does a Chukar Partridge lay?

About 50 small tinted eggs per year.

How big do Chukar Partridges get?

Chukar Partridges weigh 1-2 lbs. at maturity.

What is a Chukar Partridge's temperament?

Flighty.

Is the Chukar Partridge cold and heat hardy?

The Chukar Partridge is cold hardy and heat hardy.

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