Junglefowl Red (Gallus gallus) male – Polynesia

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Junglefowl Red (Gallus gallus) male – Polynesia

The Junglefowl is the primary progenitor of the domestic chicken, Red Junglefowls are seen in the Indian foothills of the Himalays and were first domesticated at least 5,000 years ago in India.  The initial inhabitants to Polynesia would have introduced them. This specimen may be feral but was seen wandering in the jungle at elevation.

  • Species:Red Junglefowl (Gallus gallus)
  • Bird Type:Male
  • FamilyPheasants, Fowl & Allies (Phasianidae)
  • Date Taken20190926
  • Location:Raiatea Isl. Jungle at elevation
  • Area:Raiatea Isl.
  • Country:Polynesia
  • Region:Australasia
Photo File Ref: BOP05501a Junglefowl Red (m) 2 Raiatea Isl. Polynesia Sept19 PH5_0373
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