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Birdsong field guide

Bornean Crested Fireback

Lophura ignita

The Bornean Crested Fireback is a large, striking forest pheasant known for its iridescent blue-black plumage and vibrant orange-red lower back. It displays significant sexual dimorphism, with males featuring a prominent crest and vivid blue facial skin.

What it sounds like

A low-pitched, vibrating 'chunk' or 'wark' often accompanied by a loud wing-whirring display.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

Field notes

The species name 'ignita' refers to the fiery, glowing orange-red patch on the bird's lower back.
During courtship displays, the male expands its vivid blue facial wattles to nearly cover its face.
They are primarily ground-dwelling foragers that consume a varied diet of fallen fruit, seeds, and small invertebrates.
Nesting typically occurs on the ground, with females laying a clutch of 4 to 8 creamy-white eggs.
Habitat fragmentation and hunting have led to its classification as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat

Lowland dipterocarp and peat swamp forests, often near riverbanks.

Range

Endemic to the island of Borneo (Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei).

Similar & commonly confused birds

Bornean Crestless FirebackLophura pyronota Bulwer's PheasantLophura bulweri Edwards's PheasantLophura edwardsi Kalij PheasantLophura leucomelanos Malayan Crested FirebackLophura rufa Malayan Crestless FirebackLophura erythrophthalma Salvadori's PheasantLophura inornata Siamese FirebackLophura diardi

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