Genus Galloperdix

Ceylon Spurfowl - It is a very secretive bird, and despite its size is difficult to see as it slips through dense undergrowth. Often the only indication of its presence is its distinctive ringing call, consisting of series of three-syllabled whistles. Kitulgala and Sinharaja are sites where there is a chance of seeing this bird.

Painted Spurfowl - The Painted Spurfowl Galloperdix lunulata is a bird of the pheasant family found in rocky hill and scrub forests in India.

Red Spurfowl - It is a bird of dry forests and cultivation, which is a quite secretive bird, and despite its size is difficult to see as it slips through the undergrowth. Often the first indication of its presence is its distinctive call.