Galliformes (original) (raw)
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| Galliformes | |
|---|---|
| Male Grey Junglefowl, Gallus sonneratii | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Aves |
| Order: | GalliformesTemminck, 1820 |
| Families | |
| Megapodiidae Cracidae Odontophoridae Numididae Phasianidae |
Galliformes are an order of birds containing turkeys, grouse, chickens, quails, and pheasants. More than 250 living species are found worldwide. Usually, birds belonging to Galliformes order have 4 toes. Three long toes in the front to dig and scratch and one short toe behind.