The
grey-breasted partridge (
Arborophila orientalis) is a bird species in the family
Phasianidae. It is endemic to
highland forest in the
eastern salient of Java, Indonesia. Measuring 28 cm (11 in), the species is a stocky, short-legged bird. Its mostly grey plumage is barred on the lower back and tail. It has a black crown and nape, and conspicuous white forehead, cheeks and throat. The bare skin around the eyes is red, as are the legs, while the bill is black. This grey-breasted partridge was photographed in a nature preserve near the volcanic crater of
Ijen in
Banyuwangi Regency, Java.
Photograph credit:JJ Harrison