Chukar Bird Habitat Breeding Seasons And Incubation Period

Chukar

Chukar: An old world species, introduced in western North America, this species breeds mainly in sagebrush-grassland on hill slopes.Chukar make Nest on the ground, usually under the shelter of a rock or shrub, or against a grass-tuft in more open sites.

Chukar Nest: A shallow hollow, with a variable, usually sparse,lining of nearby vegetation, leaves and stems.

Breeding season: Chukar Breeding Season Begins March to early June. Single-brooded.

Chukar Eggs: Usually 8-"15, up to 20 at times. On some occasions at least the female produces two clutches at one period. Subelliptical Smooth and glossy, Pale yellowish, buff or brown, with fine light red speckling; often heavily marked. 43 x 31 mm.

Chukar Incubation Period: By the female only, on completion of the clutch. A separate additional clutch may be Incubated Independently by the male. 22-23 days.