I have a confession: I forgot all about this challenge! ๐
Before I continue, I want to thank my sister Denisia for helping me with this project. She found the majority of photos – including the one I’m about to do – for she was excited to help. Thank you, sis! I really appreciate it.ย ๐ This bird is truly a beauty!
๐ฆย There are 15 different subspecies of the Blood Pheasant. This species is so named from the fact that the males have a vivid red coloring on the feathers of the breast, throat, and forehead. Females tend to have duller shades of reddish-brown, but both males and females have a ring of bare skin around the eye that is crimson-colored and red feet.ย
Image: Female Blood Pheasant
๐ฆย They originated from the Himalayas and can be found in the mountains of Nepal, Tibet, Sikkim, Tibet, northern Burma, and northwest areas of China.
๐ฆย The Blood Pheasant is the state bird of the Indian state of Sikkim. This is off-topic, but Sikkim is GORGEOUS!!ย
๐ฆย They are good runners, but poor fliers.ย
๐ฆย These birds prefer green natural habitat such as mixed forests and scrub areas right at the snowline. Depending on the season, they can be found at a higher elevation.ย
Other birds with the letter ‘B’ I considered were the Bald Eagle, Bahama Mockingbird, Bamboo Scrub-Warbler and the Barn Owl. I leave you with a video of the Blood Pheasant in its natural habitat.
Images: Pinterest; Condรฉ Nast Traveler
Reference/s: beautyofbirds.com;ย thewebsiteofeverything.com; YouTube
Cool! Beautiful birds!
Blessings,
Homer Les
http://www.uncompromisingfaith.ca
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That’s a pretty bird. I really like the red on the males. I’m glad to see another post in this series. ๐
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I love the red, too! Thank you, Mandie! ๐
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What a stunning bird!! I love the colors of the male bird.
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Yes, such a beauty! I thought I had seen them all until this one.
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And how the tail feathers fan out!!
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Lovely pictures and birds!
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Wow just beautiful ๐
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God’s creation just keep on surprising us!
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Yes it does ๐ And I am so grateful for it ๐
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Me, too. ๐
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Pheasants are beautiful birds, especially the males. The American ring-neck pheasant came from Europe.
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They certainly are beautiful and thanks for the info on the ring-neck pheasant. ๐
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I love this bird! It’s so picturesque! โค And yes! Sakkim is a lovely gem of God's masterpiece in creation! My goodness! I'll be adding this beau to my travel list! ๐ the video was a treasure to behold! God bless & keep this category going!
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Yes, it’s a beauty! I love Sakkim! India is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, but the most beautiful parts are rarely seen. Thank you, mon amie, and take care. ๐
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Certainly is Dee! ๐ oh that’s in India? Oh wow! Didn’t know that part existed! What a gen! My goodness! โค God's GREATNESS eh? Hmm. It sure is! Most welcome, thank you. โค
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Yes, it’s a state in northeastern India. Very beautiful. I’ll try to explore this place for Travel Tuesday one day. He made EVERYTHING beautiful for us to enjoy! You’re welcome. ๐
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Ohhh very nice! Yes, you really should indeed! Yes! Amen! โค
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