About the Malayan Crestless Fireback
The Malayan crestless fireback or Malay crestless fireback is a member of the family Phasianidae. It was previously known as the crestless fireback when it was lumped together with the Bornean crestless fireback. The two species were separated into two monotypic species based on obvious plumage differences, most notably the virtually unmarked dark plumage of the male.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Lophura erythrophthalma |
| Species Codes | crefir5, MCFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malayan Crestless Fireback belong to?
The Malayan Crestless Fireback (Lophura erythrophthalma) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Malayan Crestless Fireback?
The Malayan crestless fireback or Malay crestless fireback is a member of the family Phasianidae. It was previously known as the crestless fireback when it was lumped together with the Bornean crestless fireback. The two species were separated into two monotypic species based on obvious plumage diff...
Where can I report a Malayan Crestless Fireback sighting?
You can log sightings of Malayan Crestless Fireback on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crefir5, or on iNaturalist.
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