Grey Junglefowl
NameGrey Junglefowl
Common NameGrey Junglefowl
Scientific NameGallus sonneratii
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)70
Length (cm)65
Weight (g)900
Plumage DetailsMales have a distinctive grey body plumage, with hackle feathers (neck and upper back) featuring white, pearl-like spots. The comb and wattles are bright red. The lower back and rump feathers are golden-orange, and the tail is dark, iridescent green-black. Females are duller, mostly brownish-grey with less prominent markings.
Vocalization / CallMales produce a characteristic crowing call, often described as a harsh, broken "kok-kok-kok-kok-koyuk". They also have various alarm calls and clucking sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Indian subcontinent, primarily found in peninsular India, inhabiting dry deciduous forests, scrub jungles, and bamboo thickets.
Identifying Featuresred comb and wattles, grey body with white pearl-like spots on hackles, golden-orange lower back feathers, dark, iridescent tail, wild chicken-like appearance
Description
The Grey Junglefowl is a medium-sized wild fowl, with males exhibiting striking plumage and a prominent red comb. It typically forages on the forest floor, scratching for seeds and insects. This species is known for its cautious nature.
