Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) - Identification, Habitat & Behavior #3226997 (License: Personal Use)

This image features a male common pheasant (Phasianus colchicus), distinguished by its brilliant red facial skin, deep blue neck, shimmering emerald-green breast, and elongated tail with black-and-buff barring. Its wings display intricate white, black, and brown patterns, while the flanks show mottled buff and black scalloping. The bird is posed mid-stride, highlighting its strong legs and alert posture typical of ground-dwelling galliforms.

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