About the Lady Amherst's Pheasant
The Lady Amherst's Pheasant (Chrysolophus amherstiae) 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 laaphe1 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 | Chrysolophus amherstiae |
| Species Codes | laaphe1, LAPH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lady Amherst's Pheasant belong to?
The Lady Amherst's Pheasant (Chrysolophus amherstiae) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Lady Amherst's Pheasant?
The Lady Amherst's Pheasant 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 Lady Amherst's Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Lady Amherst's Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code laaphe1, or on iNaturalist.