Golden Pheasant, Chinese Pheasant

Common Name	Golden Pheasant, Chinese Pheasant
Scientific Name	Chrysolophus Pictus
Behavior	Shy and elusive, usually staying close to dense cover; often roosts in trees at night
Habitat	Dense forests, woodlands, and bamboo thickets; also found in parks and gardens in some introduced areas
Diet	Seeds, grains, leaves, berries, insects, and other invertebrates
Coloration	Golden crest and rump and by a bright red body
Interesting Facts	- Despite their bright colors, males can blend into their surroundings in the dense forest. - They are strong fliers but prefer to run when threatened. - The Golden Pheasant is one of the most popular pheasant species kept in captivity.
Migration	Forests in mountainous areas of western China
Reproduction	Breeding Season: April to June Clutch Size: 5-12 eggs Incubation Period: 22-23 days Chicks: Precocial (active shortly after hatching)
Conservation Status	Least Concern (IUCN Red List); common in its native range but populations are declining due to habitat loss and hunting
Geographic Range	China United Kingdom
Classification	Zoology
Type	Birds
Group	Coveys, Nye, Bevy, Bouquet
Length / Size	90 ↣ 110 / Centimeter
Height	15.2 ↣ 19.5 / Inch
Weight / Mass	550 / Gram
Wingspan	65 ↣ 75 / Centimeter
Life Span	5 ↣ Up to 20 in captivity / Year
Tail	35 ↣ 41 / Inch
Flying Speed	61 ↣ 77 / Kilometer per hour