Buyer question
How long do Chukar partridge poultry live?
Our Animal Library gives the Chukar partridge poultry a lifespan of 5–8 years.
Source: the Chukar partridge poultry page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Chukar partridge poultry in the Animal Library
The detail
Chukar partridges come from Asia and were introduced to the western US as game birds. They are kept for hunting, meat and dog training, and are hardy, active and vocal with a distinctive chuk call.
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Very hardy)
- Origin
- Middle East to Himalayas
- Best fit
- Game bird keepers
What to weigh
Chukars are active and flighty, and need covered pens. Permit rules vary by state.