Malayan Crestless Fireback
Lophura erythrophthalma
The Malayan Crestless Fireback (Lophura erythrophthalma) is a legendary partridges, pheasants, grouse, and alli found in 3 countries, weighing about 934 g. The Malayan crestless fireback or Malay crestless fireback is a member of the family Phasianidae.
About the Malayan Crestless Fireback
The Malayan crestless fireback or Malay crestless fireback is a member of the family Phasianidae. It was previously known as the crestless fireback when it was lumped together with the Bornean crestless fireback. The two species were separated into two monotypic species based on obvious plumage differences, most notably the virtually unmarked dark plumage of the male.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Brunei.
When to see it
The Malayan Crestless Fireback can be seen all year round, with peak activity in July. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Malayan Crestless Fireback look like?
- The Malayan crestless fireback or Malay crestless fireback is a member of the family Phasianidae.
- How big is a Malayan Crestless Fireback?
- The Malayan Crestless Fireback is a large sized bird weighing about 934 g.
- Where can you see a Malayan Crestless Fireback?
- The Malayan Crestless Fireback occurs in 3 countries, including Malaysia and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Malayan Crestless Fireback?
- The Malayan Crestless Fireback is most easily confused with the Salvadori's Pheasant, the Bulwer's Pheasant and the Siamese Fireback.
- Is the Malayan Crestless Fireback endangered?
- The Malayan Crestless Fireback is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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