About the Chinese Monal
The Chinese Monal (Lophophorus lhuysii) 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 chimon1 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 | Lophophorus lhuysii |
| Species Codes | chimon1, CHMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Monal belong to?
The Chinese Monal (Lophophorus lhuysii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Monal?
The Chinese Monal 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 Chinese Monal sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Monal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chimon1, or on iNaturalist.