What is reeves pheasant?

Reeves's pheasant (Syrmaticus reevesii) is a large and colorful species of pheasant native to China. It is named after John Reeves, a British naturalist and collector who first brought specimens of the bird to Europe in the early 19th century.

Male Reeves's pheasants are known for their striking appearance, with a long, elegantly curved tail and a shimmering green and blue plumage. They also have a bright red face and a distinctive white ring around their neck. Females, on the other hand, have a more understated brown and mottled plumage to help camouflage them in their forest habitat.

Reeves's pheasants are primarily found in dense forests and bamboo thickets in central and southern China. They are omnivores, feeding on a diet of seeds, fruit, insects, and small animals.

Due to habitat destruction, hunting, and illegal trapping for the pet trade, Reeves's pheasant populations have declined in recent years, and the species is classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Conservation efforts are underway to protect and restore their habitats and prevent further declines in their populations.