About the Jackson's Spurfowl
The Jackson's Spurfowl (Pternistis jacksoni) 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 jacfra2 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 jacksoni |
| Species Codes | jacfra2, JAFR, JASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Jackson's Spurfowl belong to?
The Jackson's Spurfowl (Pternistis jacksoni) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Jackson's Spurfowl?
The Jackson'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 Jackson's Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Jackson's Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jacfra2, or on iNaturalist.