A great argus bird strutted its tail and shook its feathers in front of a wildlife camera.

The beautiful male pheasant was feeding on the forest floor and approached the hidden device which captured it spreading its wings at the Khlong Saeng Wildlife Sanctuary.

Footage shows the male bird flexing its awesome feathers three times right in front of the frame in Surat Thani province, Thailand on May 9.

Khlong Saeng Wildlife Sanctuary chief Pornthawat Chalermwong said: 'The population of great argus here has increased. 

'Our park staff often hear their calls during their smart patrols. 

'When combined with a camera trap, it enhances the efficiency of our patrols.'

The great argus is a large species of pheasant found in Southeast Asia, including Thailand. It is characterised by its brown plumage, blue head and neck, rufous red upper breast, black hair-like feathers on the crown and nape, and red legs.

The male great argus is one of the largest of all pheasants.

It has long tail feathers and huge, broad, and greatly elongated secondary wing feathers adorned with large eyespots. 

In contrast, females are smaller and duller than males, with shorter tails and fewer eyespots.

During mating season, the male clears an open spot in the forest and prepares a dancing ground. 

He announces himself with loud calls to attract females, then performs a dance before her with his wings spread into two enormous fans, revealing hundreds of 'eyes,' while his real eyes remain hidden behind them, staring at her.

According to the IUCN Red List, the great argus is classified as Vulnerable and is listed in Appendix II of CITES.