About the Red-necked Spurfowl
The Red-necked Spurfowl (Pternistis afer) 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 renfra1 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 afer |
| Species Codes | renfra1, RNSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-necked Spurfowl belong to?
The Red-necked Spurfowl (Pternistis afer) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Red-necked Spurfowl?
The Red-necked 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 Red-necked Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-necked Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code renfra1, or on iNaturalist.