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Argusianus Argus Collection

The majestic Argus Pheasant, also known as the Great Argus (Argusianus argus), mesmerizes with its stunning display in the Danum Valley forest reserve

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus (Argus giganteus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg

Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus (Argus giganteus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's
FLO4720284 Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus (Argus giganteus). Handcoloured lithograph from Georg Friedrich Treitschke's Gallery of Natural History

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Great argus, Argusianus argus 1, golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus 2, and helmeted guineafowl

Great argus, Argusianus argus 1, golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus 2, and helmeted guineafowl, Numida meleagris 3
FLO4646353 Great argus, Argusianus argus 1, golden pheasant, Chrysolophus pictus 2, and helmeted guineafowl, Numida meleagris 3

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Great argus, Argusianus argus. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard

Great argus, Argusianus argus. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles
FLO4685402 Great argus, Argusianus argus. Handcolored engraving by Fournier after an illustration by Edouard Travies from Charles d'Orbigny's Dictionnaire Universale d'Histoire Naturelle

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Argus pheasant / Great argus (Argusianus argus) male displaying, Danum Valley forest reserve

Argus pheasant / Great argus (Argusianus argus) male displaying, Danum Valley forest reserve, Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus

Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus
6337043 Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus by English School, (18th century) (after); (add.info.: Great argus pheasant, Argusianus argus)

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: A male Argus Pheasant, or Great Argus, displaying his wing and tail feathers

A male Argus Pheasant, or Great Argus, displaying his wing and tail feathers
3483818 A male Argus Pheasant, or Great Argus, displaying his wing and tail feathers, while a female stands in front of him, London Zoo, January 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: The great argus, Argusianus argus (Argus pheasant or gigantic argus, Argus giganteus)

The great argus, Argusianus argus (Argus pheasant or gigantic argus, Argus giganteus)
6337158 The great argus, Argusianus argus (Argus pheasant or gigantic argus, Argus giganteus) by Lizars, William Home (1788-1859); (add.info.: The great argus)

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Close-up of an argus pheasant dancing with its wings

Close-up of an argus pheasant dancing with its wings
Zoology: Birds - Galliformes - Argus pheasant (Argusianus argus). Ritual male dance during courtship: 4) Wings spread wide fanwise. Art work

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Argusianus argus, great argus

Argusianus argus, great argus
Detail of a feather from a great argus (Argusianus argus) from the Natural History Museum at Tring

Background imageArgusianus Argus Collection: Argusianus argus grayi, great argus

Argusianus argus grayi, great argus
Plate 12 by Joseph Wolf from Daniel Giraud Elliots A Monograph of the Phasianid, or Family of the Pheasants, (1872)


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The majestic Argus Pheasant, also known as the Great Argus (Argusianus argus), mesmerizes with its stunning display in the Danum Valley forest reserve. This male bird proudly showcases its vibrant wing and tail feathers, creating a breathtaking spectacle. The intricate patterns on its plumage resemble a work of art, captivating all who witness it. With its scientific name derived from Greek mythology's hundred-eyed giant Argos Panoptes, this species truly lives up to its reputation. The Great Argus Pheasant is renowned for its elaborate courtship dance, where it spreads out its wings and performs an enchanting routine. Up close, one can appreciate the meticulous details of each feather as they gracefully move in sync with the bird's rhythmic movements. Often referred to as both the Argus Pheasant and Gigantic Argus due to their impressive size, these birds are true wonders of nature. Their distinctive appearance and unique behaviors make them highly sought after by wildlife enthusiasts and photographers alike. In this captivating image captured amidst lush foliage, we see a close-up of an Argus Pheasant engaged in an elegant dance with its wings fully extended. Its iridescent feathers shimmer under dappled sunlight, adding an ethereal touch to this already magical scene. Whether called by their scientific name or simply referred to as "great arguses, " these magnificent creatures never fail to leave us awestruck. Their presence reminds us of the beauty that exists within our natural world – a reminder worth cherishing every time we encounter such extraordinary beings like the Grayi subspecies featured here. Let us celebrate and protect these incredible animals so that future generations may continue marveling at their splendor in forests like Danum Valley and beyond.