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Common Pheasant or Ring-necked Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus), male, family Phasianidae, order Galliformes, England, UK

This bird is native to parts of Asia, but has been introduced into Europe, North America, Australia and New Zealand

photograph by Kevin Smith

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ring-necked pheasant (phasianus colchicus), ireland

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Ring-necked Pheasant @ Oare Marshes Kent by Adam Swaine Via Flickr: The ring-necked pheasant, a popular bird of the week, is a long-tailed game bird native to Asia but introduced to many parts of the world. Males have a white neck ring, a red face, and a green neck, while females are buffy-brown with black markings. They are known for their loud calls and ability to run quickly, often taking flight only as a last resort