Chinese Monal
Lophophorus lhuysii
VulnerableAves · Galliformes · Phasianidae
About
The Chinese monal or Chinese impeyan is a species in the pheasant family Phasianidae native to west-central China, where it is restricted to the mountains of western Sichuan and southern Gansu.
Fun Fact
This is the largest of the three monals and, by weight, is one of the larger species of Phasianidae, after the turkeys, the peafowls, and the capercaillies.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Native to west-central China, where it is restricted to the mountains of western Sichuan and southern Gansu.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Degradation
- Overexploitation
- Invasive Species
- Climate Change