Pheasants and Chukars
Small tinted eggs, 2-4 lbs. at maturity, and a flighty temperament.
Breed specifications
These beautiful birds boast a dark teal and blue iridescent plumage. The Melanistic Mutant pheasant is a favorite variety to release. They have an incredible survival and reproduction rate in the wild. These birds have quickly become a favorite amongst wildlife hobbyists.
Common questions
About 60 small tinted eggs per year.
Melanistic Mutant Pheasants weigh 2-4 lbs. at maturity.
Flighty.
The Melanistic Mutant Pheasant is cold hardy and heat hardy.
From Hoover's Hatchery
When it is time to go from learning to Keeping, Hoover's has a complete selection of backyard poultry, hatched with care and shipped to your door or to a partner store near you.
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