7 Things About Golden Pheasant You Need To Know
Golden Pheasant is one of the most sought after types of pheasant birds. Because the golden pheasant has a unique and special color, and has a very suitable and beautiful color combination, this type of golden pheasant is sought after by enthusiasts.
Things about golden pheasant that you need to know before you decide to raise and cultivate this beautiful chicken. The information below is an FAQ or a collection of questions that are often asked by beginner pheasant bird hobbyists. Hopefully the review below can help those of you who want to raise and raise pheasant birds.
Things You Should Know About Golden Pheasant
There are some interesting things that you need to know before raising or raising this golden pheasant, here is a review:
1. Is the Golden Pheasant a Protected Animal?
The answer is No! This type of golden pheasant is not a protected animal. Golden pheasant status (Chrysolophus pictus) on the IUCN RedList “Least Concern” and not on the CITES appendix animal list.
In nature, this golden chicken is still abundant and widespread outside of China. However, the status of scarcity can be increased given the loss of their habitat due to deforestation.
Outside of China such as Indonesia, the status of this chicken is clearly “pets”. Not “wildlife” because it does not exist in the wild of Indonesia.
The general knowledge about wild animals, rare animals and protected animals makes some people think that all endangered animals are protected. Again, this is just the opinion of ordinary people without any basis.
2. Since when are Golden Pheasant bred?
Red golden pheasant began to be bred since the 17th century or around 1700 san. Recorded in 1740 this bird was brought to America and developed in Mount Vernon.
Also, there is a legend that during their search for the Golden Feather, the Argonauts brought some of these golden birds to Europe 1,000 years BC.
So do not be surprised if the golden pheasant is a special type of pheasant and much loved by many people.
3. Is the Golden Pheasant Pet Fun?
I would say yes ! Because it’s my hobby and I like it. God loves beauty and so do I. This golden pheasant or hong chicken is one of the ornamental chickens that is only enjoyed by the beauty of the color, not the sound. This chicken is very suitable to be placed in the yard, or in the garden to beautify the scenery. The rarity of this chicken is also widely used by zoos, mini zoos and recreational areas to attract visitors.
The docile, not fierce, golden pheasant character allows us to interact with them. Especially if you take care of puppies and get used to interacting with humans. As fed from the hand, set the feeding time, will train the golden pheasant chicken to get used to us.
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4. Can the Golden Pheasant fly?
The Golden Pheasant is not a good aviator. Like all families phasianidae which have short wings. They don’t fly like birds. However they can jump high while flapping their wings. That’s why you need a closed cage. The open roof of the cage can be covered with chicken net, strimin wire, or wiremesh.
A good cage for the cultivation of golden pheasant is a safe and comfortable cage. Although a 1.5 x 1.5 meter cage is sufficient for this pair of golden pheasants, you can’t expect them to breed well. Minimum cage 2 x 3 meters for several pairs of golden pheasant. With cage accessories that are made like in nature. Like trees to perch (perched) and shrubs to play.
They are also known to like to make holes in the cage. With their feet they scavenge the ground and may break into cages. Make sure your cage construction is safe from this.
5. When Does The Golden Pheasant Start to Reproduce?
The female pheasant bird enters the productive period faster than the male. Usually at the age of 1–1.5 years the female pheasant begins to lay eggs. Entering the breeding season in November to April (rainy season). Golden Pheasants can lay 10–15 eggs. Depending on the comfort of the cage, care and most importantly the “luck” factor.
Cultivating golden pheasant does require patience and high tenacity. Because the interval of production period is only once a year (seasonal). Unlike the ringneck pheasant whose production does not know the seasons.
6. How to take care of Pheasant Bird?
Maybe it’s not like you take care of a cat or a dog. Chickens are not very dependent on humans. Provide a proper, safe and comfortable cage. Provide good food with nutritional content that is appropriate for their age. And additional vitamins if needed.
The main food of the golden pheasant in captivity is voor (factory food). Various brands and various types of voor pheasant are sold in feed stores. Then which one is good for the golden pheasant? Golden pheasant chicks can be fed voor pheasant code “1” such as 511, AD1 and 591. Larger pheasants require different nutrients. Therefore pheasant feed manufacturers also provide a series that is suitable for each level of growth of chickens. AD2–4, 592–594 and so on are adjusted according to the age of the golden pheasant.
Additional foods such as brown rice, ground corn, green beans and other grains can be given to golden pheasant. Green vegetables such as mustard greens, sprouts, and kale are also good for them. Insects and caterpillars are the right addition of nutrients to the production process. In addition to increasing stamina, insects and caterpillars also maintain the golden pheasant’s immune system.
7. Are Golden Pheasants disease resistant?
The resistance of the golden pheasant has proven to be stubborn. They can live in both winter and summer. Both in the snow and in the desert. But back to the maintenance factor. A safe cage does not mean only safe from predators and ignorant hands. But also safe from disease.
Cage cleanliness should be a priority. Adequate sunlight and good air circulation are also very important. Damp cages should be avoided because they are usually a breeding ground for disease.
Probiotics and vitamins can be a solution when entering the transition season. Pheasant endurance usually drops when entering the changing seasons, and this must be considered. Give them their favorite food if their appetite starts to decrease.
Vaccines are a preventative measure. If you have a large cage with various types of pheasants in it, it is necessary to take preventive vaccinations. We do not recommend the golden pheasant to be mixed with other birds in the same cage. In addition to easily transmitting other poultry diseases can also harm the golden pheasant. A much smaller size compared to chickens in general makes the golden pheasant unable to defend itself if attacked.
Conclusion
Golden pheasant is not a protected type of pheasant bird, so it is safe if you want to keep it at home. This species has been bred from time immemorial and also this species is very pleasant to maintain in the yard.
This type of pheasant bird cannot fly like a bird in general. For reproduction itself takes one year to lay eggs. Meanwhile, for maintenance, it is necessary to keep the cage clean and regular food. And it turns out that this type of golden pheasant is resistant to disease.
That’s the review that I can convey, hopefully it can be useful for you. Finally, thank you very much, and have a nice day.
