Japanese Green Pheasant

Syrmaticus soemmerringii

The Japanese Green Pheasant, also known as Soemmerring's Pheasant, is a species of pheasant native to Japan. It is characterized by its vibrant green and bronze plumage, with distinctive white markings on the wings and tail. Males have long, ornate tails, while females have more subdued coloring. These pheasants inhabit a variety of forested and agricultural areas, including grasslands, woodlands, and farmlands. They are primarily ground-dwelling birds, foraging for seeds, insects, and small invertebrates. The Japanese Green Pheasant is considered a species of Least Concern by the IUCN, with stable populations in its native range.

Habitat: Forested and agricultural areas