About the Painted Spurfowl
The Painted Spurfowl (Galloperdix lunulata) 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 paispu1 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 | Galloperdix lunulata |
| Species Codes | paispu1, PASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Painted Spurfowl belong to?
The Painted Spurfowl (Galloperdix lunulata) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Painted Spurfowl?
The Painted 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 Painted Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Painted Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code paispu1, or on iNaturalist.