Partridges, Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies
Bornean Crestless Fireback
Lophura pyronota
ENEndangered Endemic to Borneo (Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia)
- Family
- Partridges, Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae)
- Order
- Galliformes
Overview
The Bornean crestless fireback (Lophura pyronota) is a member of the Phasianidae. It was previously known as the crestless fireback when it was lumped together with the species malayan crestless fireback. The two species were separated into two monotypic species based on obvious plumage differences, most notably the dark plumage of the male, which shows silvery white streaks.
The Bornean crestless fireback is found in northern Borneo.
Summary from Wikipedia, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Range and habitat
Lowland forest of northern Borneo.
Range description: AviList Global Avian Checklist.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Bornean crestless fireback
- eBird: sightings, maps and photos
- xeno-canto: sound recordings
- Birds of the World: full species account (subscription)
- BirdLife DataZone: status and threats
- IUCN Red List (threat status)
- AviList global checklist (taxonomy)
Last updated September 29, 2026.
