(Chrysolophus amherstiae)
of Adult:
Named for Sarah, Countess of Amherst. Most recognizable feature is the white and black ruff and long white tail with black stripes. Secretive and seldom seen. Bright color in male, female mostly brown.
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| LADY AMHERST'S PHEASANT
(Chrysolophus amherstiae) |
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| Range: | Southwestern China, Northern Burma, has been introduced locally in parts of Great Britain. |
| Habitat: | Mostly wooded areas and bamboo thickets. |
| Diet: | Fruit, berries, bamboo shoots, spiders, insects and aquatic animals |
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| Reproduction: | Clutch size is 6-12 eggs, incubation (by the female) period is 23-24 days. |
Named for Sarah, Countess of Amherst. Most recognizable feature is the white and black ruff and long white tail with black stripes. Secretive and seldom seen. Bright color in male, female mostly brown. |
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