Bronze-tailed Peacock-Pheasant

Polyplectron chalcurum

Least Concern

The Bronze-tailed Peacock-Pheasant is a ground-dwelling gamebird of sub-Saharan African forests, savannas, and montane habitats. It walks, scratches, and dust-bathes through cover for seeds, shoots, berries, insects, and other small food. Many rely on camouflage, short explosive flight, and seasonal displays by males.

Family

Phasianidae

Group

Grouse, Quail, and Allies

Range

Bronze-tailed Peacock-Pheasant Range — Resident or seasonal range in sub-Saharan African forests, savannas, and montane habitats

Population

≈ Unknown

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