About the Reeves's Pheasant
Reeves's pheasant is a large pheasant within the genus Syrmaticus. It is endemic to China. It is named after the British naturalist John Reeves, who first introduced live specimens to Europe in 1831.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Syrmaticus reevesii |
| Species Codes | reephe1, REPH |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reeves's Pheasant belong to?
The Reeves's Pheasant (Syrmaticus reevesii) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Reeves's Pheasant?
The Reeves's Pheasant is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Reeves's Pheasant?
Reeves's pheasant is a large pheasant within the genus Syrmaticus. It is endemic to China. It is named after the British naturalist John Reeves, who first introduced live specimens to Europe in 1831....
Where can I report a Reeves's Pheasant sighting?
You can log sightings of Reeves's Pheasant on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reephe1, or on iNaturalist.
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