Germain's Peacock-Pheasant
NameGermain's Peacock-Pheasant
Common NameGermain's Peacock-Pheasant
Scientific NamePolyplectron germaini
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)60
Length (cm)58
Weight (g)575
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark grey-brown, finely vermiculated with black. The most distinctive feature is the numerous iridescent blue-green ocelli, which are particularly large and prominent on the tail feathers and wing coverts. Males have bare red skin around the eyes.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of clear, whistling notes, often described as 'whee-whee-whee-whee-whee', and various clucking or cackling sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to southern Indochina, primarily found in southern Vietnam and eastern Cambodia.
Identifying FeaturesIridescent blue-green ocelli on dark grey-brown plumage, Fan-like tail display in males with large ocelli, Bare red facial skin around the eyes, Relatively small size for a pheasant
Description
This medium-sized pheasant is known for its striking iridescent blue-green ocelli (eye-spots) scattered across its dark grey-brown plumage. Males display a magnificent fan-like tail during courtship, showcasing these metallic spots. They are typically shy, ground-dwelling birds found in dense forest undergrowth.
