White Eared-pheasant
Crossoptilon crossoptilon
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<birdfyi-bird slug="crossoptilon-crossoptilon"></birdfyi-bird>The White Eared-pheasant (Crossoptilon crossoptilon) is a bird species in the family Phasianidae (pheasants & partridges), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 62.5 cm and a weight of 2.1 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
A large, social Phasianidae pheasant (~2.14 kg) of high-altitude coniferous and mixed forests in Sichuan and Tibet. Predominantly white with black cap and crimson facial skin. Groups dig for roots and bulbs with strong feet. Largely sympatric with pandas; protected in reserves. Least Concern.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 62,5 cm | 24.6 in |
| Poids | 2137,5 g | 75.40 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Predominantly white with black crown and glossy blue-black tail; brownish flight feathers; white ear tufts; red facial skin and legs. Among the whitest of pheasants; sexes nearly identical in plumage.
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 24 days.
Taille de la couvée
4-7
Son
Chant
Loud, raucous 'gak-gak-GAAK' crows; harsh and cackling, audible across Sichuan mountain forest. Flock calls noisy and sustained. Alarm is rapid loud honking; contact clucks are guttural and low.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Famille | Phasianidae (Pheasants & Partridges) |
| Genus | Crossoptilon |
| Espèces | Crossoptilon crossoptilon |
Distribution
White Eared-pheasant has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Phasianidae family