Congo Peacock

Afropavo congensis

The Congo peafowl, also known as the African peafowl or mbulu by the Bakôngo, is a species native to the Congo Basin. It is one of three species commonly termed "peafowl" in the tribe Pavonini native to Africa. It represents the sole extant member of the genus Afropavo. It is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Scientific name

Afropavo congensis

Family

Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies

IUCN status

NT