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File:Argusianus argus, Khao Sok, Thailand 1.jpg

Great Argus

Great Argus

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3 weeks ago door Tim Hoorn
Spotted
A magnificent pheasant native to Southeast Asia, renowned for the male's enormous, intricate secondary wing feathers, which are adorned with striking ocelli (eyespots).
Where to spot
Primary and secondary evergreen forests, typically in lowland and hill areas of Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula.
How to spot
Often heard before seen. Locate active display grounds by listening for the loud, booming calls. Be still and patient, as birds may cautiously emerge. A good pair of binoculars will help appreciate their intricate plumage.
When to spot
Active during the day, particularly audible during the breeding season (February-July) when males call from their display grounds.
File:Argusianus argus, Khao Sok, Thailand 1.jpg
File:Argusianus argus, Khao Sok, Thailand 3.jpg
File:Argusianus argus -Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, Malaysia -male-8a.jpg
File:Argusianus argus -San Diego Zoo-8a.jpg
File:Argusianus argus in Burgers' Zoo (Park).JPG
File:Great argus (Argusianus argus).jpg
File:Argusianus argus, Khao Sok, Thailand 1.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Argusianus argus, Khao Sok, Thailand 3.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Argusianus argus -Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, Malaysia -male-8a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Argusianus argus -San Diego Zoo-8a.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Argusianus argus in Burgers' Zoo (Park).JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Great argus (Argusianus argus).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
During courtship, the male Great Argus clears a 'dancing ground' in the forest and performs an elaborate display, spreading his massive wings to form a spectacular fan of eye-spotted plumage.
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3 weeks ago
Great Argus
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