65,966 observationsLeast Concern
Red Junglefowl
Gallus gallus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Galliformes ›Family: Phasianidae ›Genus: Gallus
About
The red junglefowl (Gallus gallus) is a tropical member of the family Phasianidae. It is the primary progenitor of the domestic chicken (though genetic evidence strongly suggests some past hybridisation with the grey junglefowl as well). The red junglefowl was first domesticated at least five thousand years ago in Asia. Since then it has spread around the world, and the domestic form is kept globally as a very productive food source of both meat and eggs.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Red Junglefowl is Gallus gallus.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the class Aves.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the order Galliformes.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the family Phasianidae.
- Red Junglefowl belongs to the genus Gallus.