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Silver Pheasant

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The Silver Pheasant is a large and elegant pheasant native to mainland Southeast Asia and China. Males are distinctively black below with a long, flowing white upper body and tail, topped with a black crest and red facial skin.

Where to spot

Subtropical and tropical forests, bamboo thickets, and dense scrub, often near water, across Southeast Asia and southern China. They are also common in captive breeding.

How to spot

Look for them on the forest floor, often near clearings or paths. Their large size and contrasting plumage make males relatively easy to spot. Listen for their crowing calls, especially at dawn.

When to spot

Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when they forage. They are active year-round. The breeding season in spring may offer more vocalization and display opportunities.

Where to spot

Subtropical and tropical forests, bamboo thickets, and dense scrub, often near water, across Southeast Asia and southern China. They are also common in captive breeding.

How to spot

Look for them on the forest floor, often near clearings or paths. Their large size and contrasting plumage make males relatively easy to spot. Listen for their crowing calls, especially at dawn.

When to spot

Best observed in the early morning or late afternoon when they forage. They are active year-round. The breeding season in spring may offer more vocalization and display opportunities.

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Silver Pheasants are known for their striking contrast in plumage, with the male's brilliant white and black making it highly conspicuous, while the female is a more camouflaged brown.

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