Vietnamese Pheasant

Lophura edwardsi

Nearly disappeared

Hunting and massive forest clearance are impacting on this pheasant’s numbers in the wild. Zoo Berlin is part of a reintroduction project in Vietnam.

Characteristics

Origin
Vietnam
Habitat
moist mountain forests with dense undergrowth

Diet
Berries, seeds, buds, insects, spiders
Status
critically endangered

Threat Categories of IUCN

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