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Kalij Pheasant
Lophura leucomelanos
- Not Evaluated
- Data Deficient
- Least Concern
- Near Threatened
- Vulnerable
- Endangered
- Critically Endangered
- Extinct in the Wild
- Extinct
Found in the foothills of the Himalayas from Pakistan to Thailand, the Kalij Pheasant grows up to 73 cm with a wingspan of around 50 cm. The male and female vary considerably in appearance, the male owning dark plumage with white speckling on its back with bright red colouring around the eyes whilst the females are fairly plain in comparison.
Native Range → |
Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Thailand |
Natural Habitat → |
Shrublands and forests |
Diet → |
Seeds, plants, fruit, insects, worms and small animals |
Life Expectancy → |
10-15 years in the wild. Up to 15 years in zoos |
Breeding → |
6-9 eggs from a 25 day incubation period |
Group Name → |
Covey, nide or nye |
Active Hours → |
During the day |
Threats → |
Hunting, habitat loss |
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