About the Malayan Peacock-Pheasant
The Malayan Peacock-Pheasant (Polyplectron malacense) 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 mapphe1 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 | Polyplectron malacense |
| Species Codes | mapphe1, MAPP, MPPH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malayan Peacock-Pheasant belong to?
The Malayan Peacock-Pheasant (Polyplectron malacense) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Malayan Peacock-Pheasant?
The Malayan Peacock-Pheasant 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 Malayan Peacock-Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Malayan Peacock-Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mapphe1, or on iNaturalist.