Which junglefowl species is endemic solely to Sri Lanka?
Answer
Ceylon Junglefowl (Gallus lafayettii)
The Ceylon Junglefowl (Gallus lafayettii) has the most restricted range, being confined entirely to the island ecosystem of Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon).
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