About the Great Argus
The great argus, or greater argus, is a large species of pheasant from Southeast Asia. It is known for its impressive plumage and courtship behavior. It is not to be confused with the two species of closely related crested argus, genus Rheinardia.
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The great argus is a brown-plumaged pheasant with a blue head and neck, rufous red upper breast, black hair-like feathers on the crown and nape, and red legs. Unusual among Galliformes, the great argus has no uropygial gland.
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Where the Great Argus lives
When to see the Great Argus
Peak activity in July · a variable species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Shelley's FrancolinScleroptila shelleyiShelley's francolin is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae.
Rufous-throated PartridgeArborophila rufogularisThe rufous-throated partridge is 26–29 cm (10–11 in) long.
Harlequin QuailCoturnix delegorgueiThe harlequin quail is a species of bird in the family Phasianidae.
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