About the Gray Junglefowl
The Gray Junglefowl (Gallus sonneratii) 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 grejun2 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 | Gallus sonneratii |
| Species Codes | grejun2, GRJU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray Junglefowl belong to?
The Gray Junglefowl (Gallus sonneratii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Gray Junglefowl?
The Gray Junglefowl 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 Gray Junglefowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray Junglefowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grejun2, or on iNaturalist.