Common Pheasant
Common Pheasant (<em>Phasianus colchicus</em>) is a species of Pheasants &amp; Allies (<em>Phasianidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).
Overview
Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse). A colorful pheasant with a long pointed tail; male is copper-gold with a white neck ring and green head; introduced widely for sport hunting; adaptable farmland bird.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Phasianus; binomial: Phasianus colchicus; authority: Linnaeus, 1758. Typical size: 60-90cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic and the Oriental Region.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
