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Pheasants and Chukars

Chinese Ringneck Pheasant

Tinted eggsFlightyCold hardyHeat hardy
60Eggs / year
In brief

Small tinted eggs, 2-3 lbs. at maturity, and a flighty temperament.

Breed specifications

Chinese Ringneck Pheasant at a glance

Temperament
Flighty
Weight
2-3 lbs.
Eggs per year
60
Egg size
Small
Egg color
Tinted
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes

The Chinese Ringneck pheasant is the most popular breed of pheasant available in the U.S. Also, pheasants can be found all over the world. The Ringneck pheasant is mostly used for hunting and stocking wildlife primarily because of its ability to fly and adaptability to the wild.

More about Chinese Ringneck

Common questions

Chinese Ringneck Pheasant questions, answered

How many eggs does a Chinese Ringneck Pheasant lay?

About 60 small tinted eggs per year.

How big do Chinese Ringneck Pheasants get?

Chinese Ringneck Pheasants weigh 2-3 lbs. at maturity.

What is a Chinese Ringneck Pheasant's temperament?

Flighty.

Is the Chinese Ringneck Pheasant cold and heat hardy?

The Chinese Ringneck Pheasant is cold hardy and heat hardy.

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