Tag: Pheasant

All rooster pheasants have spurs, while hens don’t. That’s why a foot left on a dressed pheasant is adequate for determining sex. How can you tell the difference between a male and female pheasant? The males have rich chestnut, golden-brown and black markings on their bodies and tails, with a dark green head and red […]

Pheasants are a territorial species, so it would be best to keep only one male per species in the aviary. You can mix and match species of wild pheasants, but you will want to mix species that have different nesting levels. A different primary food source should also be a consideration in mixing species. Do […]

between 50 and 65 cm. Female pheasants are smaller in size and lighter in weight than males, and they also have shorter tails and a smaller wingspan. Females measure between 50 and 65 cm (20 to 25.6 in) in length, of which 20 cm (8 in) is their long tail. How tall is a female […]

You may occasionally spot black pheasants – these are melanistic (the opposite of albino), the result of a mutant gene. In bright sun these males can exhibit iridescent electric blue and green sheens that can be even more beautiful than the usual array of reds and golds of their more common relatives. What is a […]

The fox is top of the list of predators that will break into a pheasant pen. Do foxes eat birds? Foxes have a really diverse diet. They are expert hunters, catching rabbits, rodents, birds, frogs and earthworms as well as eating carrion. What is a red foxes favorite food? Red foxes eat a lot of […]

As wild birds, game birds provide for some interesting legal anomalies as they are ‘owner- less’, even though they have been reared by an owner before being placed in the wild. Under common law, a landowner has the right to hunt any wild animals and birds on their land. What is the best time of […]

Hunting Pheasant: Please remember, you can only take male birds (roosters). It is illegal to shoot hen pheasants (females); they are protected as the providers of next year’s crop. In some regions exotic forestry blocks are available for pheasant hunting under the control of local Fish & Game Councils. Can you shoot pheasants in NZ? […]

Your numerous letters (30 May) on white pheasants refer to them as “albinos”. While albino pheasants are known, they are much rarer than the also white “leucisticleucisticLeucism (/ˈluːsɪzəm, -kɪz-/) is a wide variety of conditions that result in the partial loss of pigmentation in an animal—causing white, pale, or patchy coloration of the skin, hair, […]

The largest pheasant breed offered is the Jumbo Ringneck Pheasant. This breed is primarily Mongolian blood and is a challenging bird for dogs to get into flight as it tends to be a ground runner. What is the best pheasant to raise for meat? Over the years, MacFarlane Pheasants, Inc has developed a white pheasant. […]

At present, pockets of wild pheasants occur in arable areas of East Anglia, Kent, central and southern England, northeastern England and some lowlands of Scotland. Because the pheasant is so adaptable within rather wide constraints, many other areas may be capable of supporting wild pheasants at low densities. Are there still wild pheasants? The state […]

Raising pheasants can be a profitable business if done correctly as the game birds are in high demand during hunting season. Pheasant require the right shelter, food and sanitary conditions in order to survive. Learn how to raise pheasant for profit to achieve optimal results. How much space does a pheasant need? To raise pheasants, […]

They all eat grain, and that yellow fat, which can sometimes be thicker than that of a store-bought chicken, is gold: Cut it into small pieces and put it in a frying pan with a little water and render it out. Strain the golden fat and keep it in the fridge to cook all your […]

Pheasant meat is healthy, and delicious (better than chicken, on both accounts). When cooked right, pheasant is juicy and not dry as some people believe. Pheasant has more protein, less fat, and less cholesterol than chicken, turkey, mallard, and beef. And it has fewer calories than mallard and beef. How healthy is pheasant? Loaded with […]

Layered Clothing Wear a long sleeve shooting shirt under a jacket or vest to avoid scratching up your arms in thick cover after taking your jacket off. Speaking of thick cover, chaps or brush pants will help you bust through briars and heavy cover with ease. What is the best time of day to pheasant […]

Ammunition labeled as “pheasant loads” come in velocities ranging from 1200 to 1500 feet-per-second (fps). That’s quite a range. It’s easy to assume faster must be better for dropping tough-as-nails wild roostersand speed does in fact kill. What is best load for pheasant? 5 shot is the most common size of load for pheasant hunting. […]

Pheasant and partridge are also low in fat, high in protein and good source of minerals including iron, zinc and selenium. Together with pigeon, these game birds have less fat than duck and chicken. Is pheasant a healthy meat? Pheasant meat is healthy, and delicious (better than chicken, on both accounts). When cooked right, pheasant […]

Pheasant meat is considered a lean protein, so in order to keep your pup of any age in top shape, protein rotation is highly recommended. This will ensure they are getting a variety of amino acids for overall health. Can dogs eat raw pheasant legs? Pheasant feet are an excellent source of the natural compounds […]

Pheasant chicks can be brooded in a manner similar to chicken chicks; they need to be in a draft-free brooder for the first 8 weeks, kept warm, and have access to fresh water and game bird or turkey starter feed at all times. What do you feed a baby pheasant? Baby pheasants need a diet […]

Are golden pheasants aggressive? The golden pheasant is not particularly aggressive to non-competing species and relatively easy to tame if you proceed with patience. Can you keep golden pheasants? Breeding the Golden Pheasant: The Golden Pheasant or Red Golden Pheasant is one of the best known and easiest pheasants to keep and breed in backyard […]

Always avoid feeding birdsfeeding birdsThe food might include seeds, peanuts, bought food mixes, fat, kitchen scraps and suet. Additionally, a bird bath and grit (sand), that birds store in their crops to help grind food as an aid to digestion, can be provided. Feeding bread to waterfowl at parks, lakes and rivers is also a […]