About the Lesser Prairie-Chicken
The Lesser Prairie-Chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) 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 lepchi 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 | Tympanuchus pallidicinctus |
| Species Codes | lepchi, LEPC, LPCH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lesser Prairie-Chicken belong to?
The Lesser Prairie-Chicken (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Lesser Prairie-Chicken?
The Lesser Prairie-Chicken 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 Lesser Prairie-Chicken sighting?
You can log sightings of Lesser Prairie-Chicken on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lepchi, or on iNaturalist.