Elliot's Pheasant

Syrmaticus ellioti

Elliot's Pheasant is a strikingly beautiful bird native to central and eastern China. The male is known for its vibrant plumage, with a long, sweeping tail and iridescent green and blue markings on its body. The female is more subtly colored, with mottled brown and black feathers. This species is found in dense forests and mountainous regions, where it forages for seeds, fruits, and insects. Due to habitat loss and hunting, the population of Elliot's Pheasant is declining, and it is currently listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Dense forests and mountainous regions