Edwards's Pheasant
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Edwards's Pheasant
Lophura edwardsi
Edwards's Pheasant is a beautiful bird with bright colors and long tail feathers. They live in the forests of Vietnam and are known for their unique appearance and shy nature.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Edwards's Pheasant is a striking bird with males boasting glossy blue-black plumage, a vivid red facial wattle, and a prominent white crest. Females are much duller, with a mottled brown and black appearance, lacking the male's vibrant colors and crest. This contrast makes them visually distinct.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGalliformesFamilyPhasianidaeGenusLophura
Category
BirdsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Imagine! It was thought to be extinct for almost 70 years before being rediscovered in 1990!
Its bright red face is actually skin without feathers, which glows even brighter when excited!
The male's amazing white crest can stand straight up, making him look super fancy for the ladies!
Wow! This pheasant is one of the rarest birds on Earth, found only in a tiny part of Vietnam!
Special abilities
Ability
Forest Ghost
Edwards's Pheasant has dull patterned feathers that help females perfectly blend into the dense forest undergrowth, avoiding predators.
Ability
Ground Scavenger
Edwards's Pheasant has strong legs and claws to scratch through leaf litter, uncovering hidden seeds and insects for food.
Ability
Burst Escape
Edwards's Pheasant can launch into a powerful, short burst of flight to quickly evade sudden threats in the forest.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 50-65 cm
- Wingspan
- 60-75 cm
- Weight
- 0.8-1.3 kg
- Lifespan
- 3-5 years
- Top Speed
- 55 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 4-7
- Incubation
- 21-23 days
Diet & Feeding
These omnivores forage on the forest floor, enjoying a mix of seeds, berries, and tasty insects.
Primary Foods
- seeds
- berries
- shoots
- leaves
- insects
- worms
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
King Cobra
Ophiophagus hannah
Predates on eggs and chicks
eaten by
Leopard
Panthera pardus
Hunts adult pheasants
eats
Common Termite
Macrotermes gilvus
Pheasant eats larvae and adults
eats
Cluster Fig
Ficus racemosa
Pheasant eats fallen fruits
Traits
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always watch birds from a distance so they don't get scared.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to identify Edwards's Pheasant?
The easiest way to identify Edwards's Pheasant is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
How long is Edwards's Pheasant?
50-65 cm
What is Edwards's Pheasant's wingspan?
60-75 cm
How much does Edwards's Pheasant weigh?
0.8-1.3 kg
How long does Edwards's Pheasant live?
3-5 years
How fast can Edwards's Pheasant move?
55 km/h
What does Edwards's Pheasant eat?
These omnivores forage on the forest floor, enjoying a mix of seeds, berries, and tasty insects.
Where is Edwards's Pheasant usually found?
Forests
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