About the Blue Eared-Pheasant
The Blue Eared-Pheasant (Crossoptilon auritum) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blephe1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Crossoptilon auritum |
| Species Codes | blephe1, BEPH, BLEP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blue Eared-Pheasant belong to?
The Blue Eared-Pheasant (Crossoptilon auritum) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Blue Eared-Pheasant?
The Blue Eared-Pheasant is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blue Eared-Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Blue Eared-Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blephe1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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