Drinks daily in hot, dry weather. Water is a major habitat component affecting distribution, especially in summer. Yearlong, diurnal activity. Clutch size 10-20, average 15. Coveys of 5-40 form in late summer.
Productivity varies greatly from year to year, affected mostly by weather.
Impact of chukar on native fauna and flora is unknown, although Harper et al. Has been able to survive in habitats degraded by land use practices where native species have been extirpated locally. Cooper's hawks, coyotes, and ravens are among the numerous reported predators. Its introduction, life history, and management. Fish and Game, Reno.