Congo Peafowl

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Congo Peafowl (<em>Afropavo congensis</em>) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Congo Peafowl (Afropavo congensis) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Afropavo; binomial: Afropavo congensis; authority: Chapin, 1936.

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Modify English name to prevailing consensus of Peafowl, not Peacock.

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