Crested Francolin
Call & Sounds

Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena)

Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena)

The Crested Francolin (Ortygornis sephaena) is a medium-sized francolin found in woodlands and shrubby habitats of eastern and southern Africa. 

What does a Crested Francolin sound like? The most-commonly heard call of the Crested Francolin is a rhythmic, metallic cackling phrase often given as an antiphonal duet by a pair. These sounds are often one of the first calls of the dawn chorus, but are also given throughout the day and occasionally at night.  

Listen to some examples of Crested Francolin calls and sounds below.