Phasianidae Collection (#9)
Phasianidae, commonly known as the pheasant family, encompasses a diverse range of beautiful and fascinating bird species
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Phasianidae, commonly known as the pheasant family, encompasses a diverse range of beautiful and fascinating bird species. From the vibrant Callipepla californica, also known as the Californian quail, to the majestic Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) displaying its mesmerizing feathers in South Asia, these birds captivate us with their unique features. In Liminka, Finland, a Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) is captured plucking a Willow Grouse (Lagopus lagopus), showcasing nature's raw power and predator-prey dynamics. Meanwhile, another male Willow Grouse perches gracefully on snow-covered terrain in Finland during March - an image that epitomizes resilience and adaptation to harsh winter conditions. New Zealand Quail Koreke steals our hearts with its charming presence - both males and females radiating beauty in their own distinctive ways. The Ptarmigan (Lagopus muta) adds enchantment to snowy ridges on Cairngorm mountain within Scotland's Cairngorms National Park while Pheasants (Phasianus colchicus) reveal intricate plumage details that leave us awestruck. Silhouetted against dawn's first light or perched high up in trees like royalty are Common Peafowls (Pavo cristatus), exuding elegance wherever they go. Their close relative Pavo cristalus, commonly referred to as peacock, enchants us further with its resplendent display of iridescent feathers. The RF-Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) male displays his grandeur amidst snow-laden landscapes within Scotland's Cairngorms National Park - a sight that evokes awe and admiration for this magnificent bird.