09/07/2026
🚀 **Ethiopian Endemic Birds Awareness Program – Week 12!** 🐦🇪🇹
Every week we spotlight one of Ethiopia’s extraordinary birds found **nowhere else on Earth**. These unique species are part of our rich natural heritage — the Land of Origins — but many face threats from habitat loss.
Together, let’s learn about them, admire their beauty, and support their protection!
**Week 12: Harwood’s Spurfowl (Pternistis harwoodi)**
This attractive endemic francolin is found in a restricted area of central Ethiopia, particularly in rocky hills, scrub, and wooded grasslands. Males have a striking black-and-white patterned neck and breast, reddish-brown upperparts, and spurs on their legs. It is often heard giving its loud, distinctive calls in the early morning or evening.
Due to its limited range, it is considered vulnerable. Protecting its specific rocky and scrub habitats is important for its survival.
Have you ever heard or seen this beautiful spurfowl in the wild? Share your experience in the comments below! 👇
Follow for a new Ethiopian endemic bird every week!
Next week: another hidden gem from our highlands…
