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Mountain Peacock-Pheasant

Mountain Peacock-Pheasant

Polyplectron inopinatum

Last update: 09 Aug 2026
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Mountain Peacock-Pheasant Basic Information

Scientific NamePolyplectron inopinatum
Status NT Near Threatened
Size50-60 cm (20-24 inch)
Colors
Brown
Blue
Type
Upland Ground Birds
type
FamilyPheasants, Partridges, Turkeys, Grouse

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