About the Congo Peacock
The Congo Peacock (Afropavo congensis) 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 conpea1 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 | Afropavo congensis |
| Species Codes | conpea1, COPE |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
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.
What is the conservation status of the Congo Peacock?
The Congo Peacock is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Congo Peacock?
The Congo Peacock 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 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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