Golden Pheasant
Classification: Phasianidae family, Galliformes order
Brief Description
A spectacularly colored gamebird known for its vibrant multicolored feathers and exceptionally long tail, often found in dense forests and scrublands
Additional Information
- Region of Origin: Western China
- Typical Sighting Period: Year-round, best observed during spring mating season
- Plumage Details: Brilliant golden crest, orange and black striped ruff, scarlet breast and underparts, blue wings, and a long spotted brown tail
- Ecological Significance: Acts as both a seed disperser and a source of prey for larger predators within its high-altitude forest ecosystem
- Conservation Status: Least Concern (Population decreasing)
- Observation Tips: Look for them in dense coniferous forests or scrub at dawn and dusk when they are most active searching for seeds and insects on the ground