About the Sclater's Monal
The Sclater's Monal (Lophophorus sclateri) 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 sclmon1 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 | Lophophorus sclateri |
| Species Codes | sclmon1, SCMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sclater's Monal belong to?
The Sclater's Monal (Lophophorus sclateri) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Sclater's Monal?
The Sclater's Monal 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 Sclater's Monal sighting?
You can log sightings of Sclater's Monal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sclmon1, or on iNaturalist.