About the Heuglin's Spurfowl
The Heuglin's Spurfowl (Pternistis icterorhynchus) 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 heufra1 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 | Pternistis icterorhynchus |
| Species Codes | heufra1, HESP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Heuglin's Spurfowl belong to?
The Heuglin's Spurfowl (Pternistis icterorhynchus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Heuglin's Spurfowl?
The Heuglin's Spurfowl 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 Heuglin's Spurfowl sighting?
You can log sightings of Heuglin's Spurfowl on eBird (ebird.org) using species code heufra1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies 187 species
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