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Cabot's Tragopan
Paignton Zoo is home to one male Cabot’s tragopan, you can find him in the bird aviaries by the red panda.
Class:
Aves
Order:
Galliformes
Family:
Phasianidae
About the Cabot's tragopan
Cabot’s tragopan is native to the forests of central and eastern China, particularly the mountainous regions of Sichuan, Hunan, and Guizhou.
This species inhabits subtropical and temperate forests at elevations of 1,200 to 2,500 meters. They are typically found in areas with dense undergrowth, preferring areas with a mix of trees, shrubs, and open ground for feeding.
Conservation
Cabot’s tragopan is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss from deforestation and human disturbance. Hunting also poses a threat in some areas. Conservation efforts are focused on habitat protection and reducing hunting pressures.