Silver Pheasant
Classification: Aves, Galliformes, Phasianidae, Lophura nycthemera
Brief Description
A medium-to-large pheasant known for its elaborate silver-white plumage and dramatic red facial skin. It is frequently seen in forests and mountains.
Additional Information
- Region of Origin: Southeast Asia and Southern China
- Typical Sighting Period: Year-round
- Plumage Details: Males feature a striking white or silver upper body with fine black lines, a black underbelly, a red facial wattle, and a long white tail.
- Ecological Significance: Acts as an important seed disperser and helps control insect populations within its forest habitat.
- Conservation Status: Least Concern
- Observation Tips: Best observed in forested or mountainous terrain during early morning or late afternoon when they are most active searching for food on the ground.