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IUCN status: Least ConcernGreen Junglefowl at a glance
The Green Junglefowl (Gallus varius) is a bird in the family Phasianidae. In Indonesia, observation records come mainly from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Bali. It is endemic to Indonesia, living naturally only in Java, Bali and the Lesser Sundas (Lombok to Alor). Diet: seeds, plant matter and insects; a omnivore. IUCN Red List status: Least Concern.
| Scientific name | Gallus varius |
|---|---|
| Indonesian name | Ayam hutan hijau |
| Group | Birds |
| Family | Phasianidae |
| Observation records | Nusa Tenggara, Java, Bali |
| Taxonomic group | Galliformes |
| GBIF records | 3,760 human-observation records, 2016–2026 |
| Data retrieved | 2026-09-23 |
| IUCN status | Least Concern · IUCN Red List (via GBIF) · checked 1 October 2026 |
| Diet type | Omnivore (eats plants and animals) — seeds, plant matter and insects · AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) |
| Reproduction | Laying eggs (oviparous) · Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) |
| Active | Diurnal (active by day) · EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt |
| Endemic to Indonesia | Yes — Java, Bali and the Lesser Sundas (Lombok to Alor) · BirdLife DataZone |
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What is the Green Junglefowl?
Green Junglefowl refers to Gallus varius, in the genus Gallus, family Phasianidae, and order Galliformes. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.
What is known about the Green Junglefowl?
The green junglefowl is a junglefowl of Java, Bali and Nusa Tenggara; males are more conspicuous than females, and domestic chickens should be distinguished.
Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.
Evidence: Species account — background reading ↗
How many Indonesian records name the Green Junglefowl?
When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 3,760 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
Where were observations reported?
Place labels appearing in the results include Nusa Tenggara, Java, Bali. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.
Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
How can you observe the Green Junglefowl?
Record the date, broad location, voice and visible plumage without approaching nests or young. A clear, distant photograph is more useful than disturbing a bird for a closer view. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.
Explore related animals
To explore this group further, compare Green Junglefowl with Black-winged Flycatcher-shrike, Cave Swiftlet, Scaly-breasted Munia. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.
Scientific classification of the Green Junglefowl
| Kingdom | Animalia |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Phasianidae |
| Genus | Gallus |
| Species | Gallus varius |
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology (for example class Reptilia).
Common questions about the Green Junglefowl
What is the scientific name of the Green Junglefowl?
The scientific name of the Green Junglefowl is Gallus varius, in the family Phasianidae and the order Galliformes. In Indonesian it is called Ayam hutan hijau.
What kind of animal is the Green Junglefowl?
The Green Junglefowl is a bird in the family Phasianidae. By diet it is a omnivore (eats plants and animals): a seeds, plant matter and insects. It is also endemic to Indonesia.
Where does the Green Junglefowl live in Indonesia?
Observation records of the Green Junglefowl summarised in this guide mainly come from Nusa Tenggara, Java, Bali. That list is not a complete range map.
The Green Junglefowl is endemic to Indonesia and lives naturally only in Java, Bali and the Lesser Sundas (Lombok to Alor). Source: BirdLife DataZone.
What does the Green Junglefowl eat?
The Green Junglefowl is a seeds, plant matter and insects. That makes it a omnivore (eats plants and animals). Source: AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022).
How does the Green Junglefowl reproduce?
The Green Junglefowl reproduces by laying eggs (oviparous). Source: Vigie-Nature École (MNHN).
Is the Green Junglefowl nocturnal?
The cited source records the Green Junglefowl as diurnal (active by day). Source: EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt.
See also the list of nocturnal and diurnal animals in Indonesia.
What is the scientific classification of the Green Junglefowl?
Scientific classification of the Green Junglefowl: kingdom Animalia, phylum Chordata, class Aves, order Galliformes, family Phasianidae, genus Gallus, species Gallus varius.
Source: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy, adjusted to the ranks commonly used in school biology.
Is the Green Junglefowl endangered?
No, according to the global IUCN assessment. On the IUCN Red List, the Green Junglefowl is listed as Least Concern: it does not qualify for a threatened category or for Near Threatened in the global assessment. Source: IUCN Red List (via GBIF), checked 1 October 2026.
This global category is separate from legal protection in Indonesia. To check whether the Green Junglefowl is a protected species, consult the current national list of protected species or contact the local BKSDA (natural resources conservation office).
Sources & references
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
- GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
- iNaturalist — exact species taxon and community observations ↗
- Species account — background reading ↗
- AVONET bird trait database (Tobias et al. 2022) ↗
- Vigie-Nature École (MNHN) ↗
- BirdLife DataZone ↗
- EltonTraits 1.0 (Wilman et al. 2014, Ecology 95:2027), BirdFuncDat.txt ↗
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (GBIF) ↗
- IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, version 2026-1, via GBIF (CC BY 4.0) ↗
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