Brown Eared-Pheasant
NameBrown Eared-Pheasant
Common NameBrown Eared-Pheasant
Scientific NameCrossoptilon mantchuricum
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)98
Weight (g)1800
Plumage DetailsThe body plumage is predominantly dark brown. The head features a black crown, bright red bare facial skin, and distinctive white ear-tufts that extend backward. The long, arched tail is white with black tips, and the legs are reddish-pink.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, crowing calls, particularly during the breeding season, as well as various clucking and alarm calls.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusvulnerable
Geographic RangeEndemic to the mountainous forests of northeastern China, including provinces like Shanxi, Hebei, and Inner Mongolia.
Identifying Featureslarge size, dark brown body, prominent white ear-tufts, red bare facial skin, long white tail with black tips, reddish-pink legs
Description
This large, striking pheasant is characterized by its dark brown body, prominent white ear-tufts, and a long, arched white tail tipped with black. It typically forages on the forest floor, often in small groups, digging for roots and insects.
