Edwards's Pheasant
NameEdwards's Pheasant
Common NameEdwards's Pheasant
Scientific NameLophura edwardsi
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)57.5
Length (cm)61.5
Weight (g)1200
Plumage DetailsMales display a glossy, deep blue-black plumage with iridescent teal-green scaling on the back and wings. They have bright red facial skin and a distinctive upright white crest. Females are duller, primarily brown with some black barring, and lack the prominent white crest.
Vocalization / CallEdwards's Pheasants are generally quiet birds, but they may emit low clucking sounds or soft alarm calls when disturbed.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the primary and secondary evergreen broadleaf forests of central Vietnam.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent blue-black plumage (male), Bright red facial skin, Prominent white crest (male), Short, rounded tail
Description
The Edwards's Pheasant is a medium-sized, ground-dwelling bird known for the male's striking iridescent blue-black plumage and prominent white crest. It forages for food on the forest floor, typically in dense undergrowth.
