Ruff

Philomachus pugnax

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Brief #

Male has brightly coloured head tufts, grey-brown upperparts and mainly white underparts.

Synonyms #

  • Combatiente (Spanish)
  • Combatente (Galician)

Red List Status #

The Ruff is unlikely to become extinct in the near future.
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Description #

Male has a breeding plumage that includes brightly coloured head tufts, bare orange facial skin, extensive black on the breast, and the large collar of ornamental feathers. The female and the non-breeding male have grey-brown upperparts and mainly white underparts.

Measurements #

Length: 20 - 32 cm
Wingspan: 46 - 58 cm
Weight: 70 - 150 g

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