PUYUH TARUN TARUN
NAMA | NAME
TARUN-TARUN KARAT
FERRUGINOUS PARTRIDGE
(Caloperdix oculeus)
TAKSONOMI | TAXONOMY
Kerajaan Animalia
Filum Chordata
Kelas Aves
Ordo Galliformes
Famili Phasianidae
Genus Caloperdix
Caloperdix oculeus, umumnya dikenal sebagai tarun-tarun karat, adalah spesies burung yang termasuk dalam famili Phasianidae. Dia ditemukan terutama di Asia Tenggara, termasuk bagian dari Indonesia. Tarun-tarun karat adalah burung berukuran sedang dengan panjang sekitar 27-32 cm. Dia memiliki penampilan yang khas dengan bulu keseluruhan berwarna cokelat kemerahan. Kepala, dada, dan perutnya berwarna cokelat dan berpola hitam sedangkan sayapnya berwarna cokelat dengan bintik-bintik hitam.
Caloperdix oculeus, commonly known as the ferruginous partridge, is a species of bird that belongs to the family Phasianidae. It is found primarily in Southeast Asia, including parts of Indonesia. The ferruginous partridge is a medium-sized bird with a length of about 27-32 cm. It has a distinctive appearance with a rufous-brown overall plumage. Its head, breast, belly are brown and black patterned while the wings brown with black spots.
DISTRIBUSI DAN HABITAT | DISTRIBUTION AND HABITAT
Tarun-tarun karat berasal dari beberapa negara di Asia Tenggara, termasuk Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, dan Myanmar. Di Indonesia dapat ditemukan di pulau Sumatra dan Kalimantan. Spesies ini mendiami berbagai habitat hutan, termasuk hutan hujan primer dan sekunder, serta rumpun bambu.
The ferruginous partridge is native to several countries in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Myanmar. In Indonesia, it can be found on the islands of Sumatra and Borneo. This species inhabits a range of forested habitats, including primary and secondary rainforests, as well as bamboo thickets.
DIET DAN NUTRISI | DIET AND NUTRITION
Puyuh ini memiliki pola makan omnivora, memakan biji-bijian. Mereka juga mengonsumsi serangga, cacing, dan invertebrata kecil yang ditemukan di lantai hutan.
These partridges have an omnivorous diet, feeding on seeds and grains. They also consume insects, worms, and small invertebrates found on the forest floor.
SIFAT UTAMA DAN FAKTA UNIK | KEY TRAITS AND FUN FACTS
Tarun-tarun karat adalah burung pemalu dan sukar ditangkap yang menghabiskan sebagian besar waktunya di tanah, mencari makan. Biasanya terlihat dalam kelompok kecil atau berpasangan. Mereka terampil bersembunyi dan lebih sering terdengar daripada terlihat.
The ferruginous partridge is a shy and elusive bird that spends most of its time on the ground, foraging for food. It is generally seen in small groups or pairs. They are skilled at staying hidden and are more often heard than seen.
STATUS KONSERVASI | CONSERVATION STATUS
Menurut International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, tarun-tarun karat terdaftar sebagai “Hampir Terancam” punah. Hilangnya habitat akibat deforestasi merupakan ancaman utama bagi populasinya. Selain itu, diburu untuk makanan di beberapa daerah.
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List, the ferruginous partridge is listed as “Near Threatened.” Habitat loss due to deforestation is the primary threat to its population. Additionally, it is hunted for food in some areas.