Sri Lanka Junglefowl
Sri Lanka Junglefowl (<em>Gallus lafayettii</em>) is a species of Pheasants &amp; Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Overview
Sri Lanka Junglefowl (Gallus lafayettii) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Scientific Classification
Genus: Gallus; binomial: Gallus lafayettii; authority: Lesson, RP, 1831.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
Original spelling lafayetii emended to lafayettii (H&M 4:41).
