About the Congo Peacock
The Congo peafowl, also known as the African peafowl or mbulu by the Bakôngo, is a species native to the Congo Basin. It is one of three species commonly termed "peafowl" in the tribe Pavonini native to Africa. It represents the sole extant member of the genus Afropavo. It is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Afropavo congensis |
| Species Codes | conpea1, COPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Congo Peacock belong to?
The Congo Peacock (Afropavo congensis) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Congo Peacock?
The Congo peafowl, also known as the African peafowl or mbulu by the Bakôngo, is a species native to the Congo Basin. It is one of three species commonly termed \"peafowl\" in the tribe Pavonini native to Africa. It represents the sole extant member of the genus Afropavo. It is listed as Near Threaten...
Where can I report a Congo Peacock sighting?
You can log sightings of Congo Peacock on eBird (ebird.org) using species code conpea1, or on iNaturalist.
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