About the Cheer Pheasant
The cheer pheasant, also known as Wallich's pheasant or chir pheasant, is a vulnerable species of the pheasant family, Phasianidae. It is the only member in the genus Catreus. The scientific name commemorates Danish botanist Nathaniel Wallich.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Catreus wallichii |
| Species Codes | chephe1, CHPH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cheer Pheasant belong to?
The Cheer Pheasant (Catreus wallichii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Cheer Pheasant?
The Cheer Pheasant is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Cheer Pheasant?
The cheer pheasant, also known as Wallich's pheasant or chir pheasant, is a vulnerable species of the pheasant family, Phasianidae. It is the only member in the genus Catreus. The scientific name commemorates Danish botanist Nathaniel Wallich....
Where can I report a Cheer Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Cheer Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chephe1, or on iNaturalist.
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