Bornean Crested Fireback

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Bornean Crested Fireback (<em>Lophura ignita</em>) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Bornean Crested Fireback (Lophura ignita) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Lophura; binomial: Lophura ignita; authority: (Shaw, 1798).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Change English name of Lophura ignita from Crested Fireback to Bornean Crested Fireback with the split of L. rufa.

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