About the Vietnamese Crested Argus
The Vietnamese Crested Argus (Rheinardia ocellata) 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 crearg1 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 | Rheinardia ocellata |
| Species Codes | crearg1, ACAR, VCAR |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Vietnamese Crested Argus belong to?
The Vietnamese Crested Argus (Rheinardia ocellata) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Vietnamese Crested Argus?
The Vietnamese Crested Argus is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Vietnamese Crested Argus?
The Vietnamese Crested Argus 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 Vietnamese Crested Argus sighting?
You can log sightings of Vietnamese Crested Argus on eBird (ebird.org) using species code crearg1, or on iNaturalist.