Usage Note
Rebhuhn (Perdix perdix) is a ground-nesting bird of open farmland, whose populations have declined sharply due to intensive agriculture. Not to be confused with Fasan (pheasant). Plural: die Rebhühner.
Examples
"Das Rebhuhn ist in vielen deutschen Regionen selten geworden."
Natural Translation
The partridge has become rare in many German regions.
Literal Translation
The partridge has become rare in many German regions.
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