Male pheasant displaying
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Male pheasant displaying
Male pheasant displaying. Male common pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) displaying to a female (not seen). This gamebird inhabits woodland, scrub, farmland and marshes, feeding on vegetation, grains, berries and insects. Native to parts of Asia and continental Europe, it is now found throughout Britain, North America and Australasia. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in February
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© COLIN VARNDELL/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Animal Behaviour Bird Birds Breeding Brightly Coloured Cock Colored Colorful Colourful Common Pheasant Displaying Dorset Feather Feathers February Gamebird Ornithological Ornithology Phasianus Colchicus Plumage Reproduction Reproductive Tail Winter
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This print captures the mesmerizing sight of a male common pheasant displaying its vibrant plumage to an unseen female counterpart. The magnificent gamebird, native to parts of Asia and continental Europe, can now be found in various regions including Britain, North America, and Australasia. Photographed in Dorset, UK during the month of February, this image showcases the pheasant's striking colors against a natural backdrop. With its feathers adorned in hues ranging from earthy browns to vivid blues and greens, this male specimen stands out as a true marvel of nature. The common pheasant is known for its adaptability to different habitats such as woodlands, farmlands, marshes, and scrub areas. Its diet consists of vegetation, grains, berries, and insects. This particular moment captured by Colin Varndell highlights the bird's breeding behavior as it seeks to attract a mate through its impressive display. With meticulous attention to detail evident in every feather captured on film by Varndell's lens; this photograph not only celebrates the beauty of wildlife but also serves as a testament to the wonders that exist within our natural world.
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