Pheasant

Ithaginis

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Catreus

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Rheinartia

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Crossoptilon

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Lophura

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Argusianus

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Pucrasia

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Syrmaticus

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Chrysolophus

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Phasianus

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† See also partridge, quail

Related Topics:
Partridge - Quail

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Pheasants are a group of large birds in the order Galliformes. In many countries they are hunted as game.

Related Topics:
Bird - Order - Galliformes - Game

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Pheasant are characterised by strong sexual dimorphism, with males being highly ornate with bright colours and adornments such as wattles and long tails. They are usually larger than the females. Males play no part in rearing the young.

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Sexual dimorphism - Colour - Wattle - Tail

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There are 35 species of pheasant in 11 different genera. The best-known is the Ringnecked Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus torquatus) which is widespread throughout the world in introduced feral populations and in farm operations. Various other pheasant species are popular in aviaries, such as the Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus).

Related Topics:
Species - Genera - Ringnecked Pheasant - Golden Pheasant

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