Palawan peacock-pheasant

Polyplectron napoleonis

The Palawan peacock-pheasant, scientifically known as Polyplectron napoleonis, is a striking bird found in the forests of Palawan Island in the Philippines. This species is known for its beautiful and elaborate plumage, with iridescent green, blue, and bronze feathers, and a distinctive crest on its head. The Palawan peacock-pheasant is a ground-dwelling bird that forages for fruits, seeds, and insects in the dense undergrowth of its forest habitat. Due to habitat loss and hunting, the population of this species is declining, and it is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Forest undergrowth