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Reeves Pheasant
(Syrmaticus reevesii)
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![]() Syrmaticus reevsii |
Other Names: Long-tailed Pheasant
Subspecies: None.
Range: Central China, range has been greatly reduced. Unsuccessful attempts to introduce into North America, Hawaii, England and France. Birds are still released in these areas for sport, but breeding information is unknown.
Habitat: Forested mountains.
Status in Wild: The wild population is declining, perhaps fewer than 2,000 individuals still exist in what is left of the original range. Destruction of habitat and overhunting primary threats.
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(l to r): 1-3, Myles Lamont; 4, Jan Harteman; 5-8, Roman Kmicikewycz; 9, Michael Baker.
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