About the Silver Pheasant
The Silver Pheasant (Lophura nycthemera) 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 silphe 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 | Lophura nycthemera |
| Species Codes | silphe, SIPH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver Pheasant belong to?
The Silver Pheasant (Lophura nycthemera) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Silver Pheasant?
The Silver 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 Silver Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code silphe, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
More Birds in Order Galliformes
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