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Crested Fireback

Lophura ignita

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Galliformes (Galliformes)

Species

Lophura ignita (Crested Fireback)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コシアカキジ

Chinese 凤冠火背鹇

Spanish Faisán noble de Borneo

French Faisan noble

German Borneohaubenfasan

Portuguese faisão-nobre

Russian Огненноспинная лофура

Thai ไก่ฟ้าหน้าเขียว

Similar Species in Lophura

Lophura erythrophthalma

Critically Endangered

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Lophura edwardsi

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Fireback?

The scientific name of Crested Fireback is Lophura ignita. It belongs to the genus Lophura.

What is the conservation status of Crested Fireback?

Crested Fireback (Lophura ignita) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Crested Fireback live?

Crested Fireback is found in Distributed across Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, and United Kingdom. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, France, Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Crested Fireback belong to?

Crested Fireback (Lophura ignita) belongs to the genus Lophura, which is part of the taxonomic family Phasianidae.

Is Crested Fireback endangered?

Yes, Crested Fireback (Lophura ignita) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Crested Fireback belong to?

Crested Fireback (Lophura ignita) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Crested Fireback?

The closest relatives of Crested Fireback in the genus Lophura include Bulwer's Pheasant, Crestless Fireback, Edwards's Pheasant, Kalij Pheasant, Salvadori's Pheasant.