A sandgrouse of dry highland plains. The male has a sandy back and white belly, while the female has more barred plumage.
The male has a sandy back, white belly, and dark markings on the head and breast. The female shows more barring over the body.
Flocks feed on seeds and shoots on the ground and visit water sources. When disturbed, they first run and then take a short flight.
An extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.