Last updated on December 9, 2013 at 1:21 EST  Golden Pheasant
The Golden Pheasant (Chrysolophus pictus) also known as the
Chinese Pheasant, is a parrot-like gamebird native to areas of
western China. It has been introduced to the United Kingdom and
other areas. Its habitat is dense, dark, young, coniferous
forests with sparse undergrowth and mountainous areas. This bird
is commonly found in aviaries and zoos, although they are often
impure and contain other pheasant in their lineage.  The adult
male is 35.5 to 41.33 inches in length, its tail accounting for
two-thirds of its length. It is unmistakable with its golden
crest and rump and bright red body. The deep orange cape can be
spread in display, appearing as an alternating black and orange
fan that covers all of the face except its bright yellow eye.
Males have a golden-yellow crest with a hint of red at the tip.
The face, throat, chin, and the sides of neck are rusty tan. The
upper back is green and the rest of the back and rump are
golden-yellow in colo