About the Hildebrandt's Spurfowl
The Hildebrandt's Spurfowl (Pternistis hildebrandti) 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 hilfra2 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 | Pternistis hildebrandti |
| Species Codes | hilfra2, HIFR, HISP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hildebrandt's Spurfowl belong to?
The Hildebrandt's Spurfowl (Pternistis hildebrandti) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Hildebrandt's Spurfowl?
The Hildebrandt's Spurfowl 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 Hildebrandt's Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Hildebrandt's Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hilfra2, or on iNaturalist.