Gray Peacock-Pheasant
Gray Peacock-Pheasant
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The most widespread species of peacock-pheasant, known for its beautiful greyish-brown plumage adorned with metallic blue-green ocelli. It is a shy, ground-dwelling bird of Asian forests.
Where to spot
Forests across a wide range, from northeastern India and Bangladesh, through Southeast Asia including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and into southern China.
How to spot
Approach quietly in dense forest habitats. Look for them foraging on the forest floor, often near clearings or along trails. Their distinctive calls can also help locate them from a distance.
When to spot
Early mornings and late afternoons are prime times for observation; they can be observed year-round.
Where to spot
Forests across a wide range, from northeastern India and Bangladesh, through Southeast Asia including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and into southern China.
How to spot
Approach quietly in dense forest habitats. Look for them foraging on the forest floor, often near clearings or along trails. Their distinctive calls can also help locate them from a distance.
When to spot
Early mornings and late afternoons are prime times for observation; they can be observed year-round.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
The male Grey Peacock-Pheasant has two spurs (bicalcaratum means 'two-spurred') on each leg, which it uses during territorial disputes and defensive encounters.
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