Great Argus

Overview

Great Argus (Argusianus argus) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse). A large forest pheasant with enormous wing feathers covered in eye-spots; males perform a spectacular display on forest clearings; secretive resident of Southeast Asian lowland rainforest; threatened by deforestation.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Argusianus; binomial: Argusianus argus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1766). Typical size: 60-200cm (incl. tail). Average lifespan: 10-15 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.