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Birdsong field guide

Reeves's Pheasant

Syrmaticus reevesii

A large, striking pheasant endemic to the forests of China, famous for the male's exceptionally long tail and bold, scale-patterned plumage. It is a hardy, forest-dwelling species known for its territorial behavior and impressive aerial agility.

What it sounds like

A high-pitched, metallic series of whistling notes or a rapid, shrill 'tit-it-it-it' sequence.

Reference call, compare with what you heard

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Rec. Bo Shunqi 薄顺奇 · ChinaCC BY-NC-SA Xeno-canto

Field notes

The male holds the Guinness World Record for the longest natural tail feathers of any bird species, which can reach up to 2.4 meters (8 feet) in length.
Unlike most other pheasant species, Reeves's Pheasants lack fleshy facial wattles, possessing instead a distinct white head with a black 'bandit' mask.
They are notoriously aggressive and territorial, frequently known to chase humans, dogs, and even vehicles away from their nesting sites.
The species is currently classified as Vulnerable due to habitat fragmentation and overhunting for its ornamental tail feathers.
They are capable of rapid, vertical takeoffs and utilize their massive tails as rudders to navigate through dense forest canopies at high speeds.

Habitat

Hilly and mountainous deciduous and evergreen forests with dense undergrowth.

Range

Central and eastern China, with small introduced populations in Europe.

Similar & commonly confused birds

Copper PheasantSyrmaticus soemmerringii Elliot's PheasantSyrmaticus ellioti Mikado PheasantSyrmaticus mikado Mrs. Hume's PheasantSyrmaticus humiae

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