GREY PEACOCK-PHEASANT, Asia’s Master of Iridescent Eyespots

Both sexes are secretive, blending perfectly with leaf litter when not displaying. They are also strong runners, preferring to slip silently through undergrowth rather than take flight when disturbed.

Although still widespread, the Grey Peacock-Pheasant is under pressure from hunting and habitat loss. Protecting Asia’s forest ecosystems is vital to ensure these living jewels continue to scatter their iridescent sparks in the shadows.