Family

Phasianidae

174 species in this taxon

Phasianidae (Phasianidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 51 genuss with 174 known species. Key genus groups include Afropavo, Alectoris, Ammoperdix, Arborophila, Argusianus, and Bambusicola. Among its members, 35 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Galliformes (Galliformes).

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