Ring Necked Pheasant

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a male pheasant with richly colored plumage, featuring a striking mix of iridescent blue, green, and chestnut feathers, complemented by a prominent white ring around its neck. Its vibrant eye is set against the deep red facial skin, which contrasts sharply with the surrounding hues. The bird is poised amidst a background of dry, straw-like grass, which adds a natural, earthy tone to the scene. This setting highlights the pheasant's intricate patterning, including scalloped and spotted designs on its body and wings. The long, elegant tail feathers, marked with alternating dark and light bands, extend gracefully from the pheasant’s body, enhancing its regal and distinguished appearance. The photograph captures the pheasant in a moment of stillness, allowing for a detailed appreciation of its complex and beautiful plumage and the harmonious blend of colors and textures presented by its natural environment.

The image depicts a male pheasant with richly colored plumage, featuring a striking mix of iridescent blue, green, and chestnut feathers, complemented by a prominent white ring around its neck. Its vibrant eye is set against the deep red facial skin, which contrasts sharply with the surrounding hues. The bird is poised amidst a background of dry, straw-like grass, which adds a natural, earthy tone to the scene. This setting highlights the pheasant's intricate patterning, including scalloped and spotted designs on its body and wings. The long, elegant tail feathers, marked with alternating dark and light bands, extend gracefully from the pheasant’s body, enhancing its regal and distinguished appearance. The photograph captures the pheasant in a moment of stillness, allowing for a detailed appreciation of its complex and beautiful plumage and the harmonious blend of colors and textures presented by its natural environment.

Name/Title

Ring Necked Pheasant

Entry/Object ID

1973.1.319

Description

Ring necked pheasant/Full mount Sex of Specimen: Male

Collection

NATURAL HISTORY

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

BIRD

Parts

Count

1

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jul 24, 1978