Mountain Peacock Pheasant Natural History
Size
They typically grow up to 65cm.
Habitat and Distribution
The mountain peacock pheasant exists in the montane forests of the Malay Peninsula.
Diet
They feed on varieties of fruit, seeds, and invertebrates along the dense forest floor.
Groups and Breeding
The breeding season for these birds typically takes place in the spring and early summer. First, mountain peacock pheasants engage in courtship displays to attract theirs mates- males perform elaborate dances, displaying their iridescent plumage and making vocal calls. After mating females build nests on the ground in quiet areas, and usually lay between 2 to 4 eggs. Both parents share responsibility for incubating their eggs and caring for the chicks after they hatch.
Threats
This species is listed as Near Threatened, with habitat loss from forest fragmentation and infrastructure development having the biggest impacts on them.
Interesting Facts
These birds communicate with gentle calls and occasional drumming sounds with their wings.
The Mountain Peacock Pheasant During Your Day Out in Kent
Here at Wingham Wildlife Park you can see the Mountain Peacock Pheasant in the Tropical House. We are home to a single female born in 2025 and she can be seen alongside a number of other species who call this area their home including rainbow lorikeets, orange-headed thrushes and Vietnam pheasants.