This stately Ringed-neck Pheasant dramatically paused on a high stone wall for a few moments. His flamboyant red face mask and iridescent blue neck feathers were clasped by a white neck ring. Completing this regal couture was a train of extravagantly long golden brown tail feathers edged with dark brown bars. After posing gracefully over the rocks, he exited with dignity into the nearby meadow.
I hereby name him, “The Posh Prince”.
I enjoyed your excellent description of this stately and posh prince of birds.
Such a beautiful bird–it almost didn’t seem real. It was fun to imagine him as royalty! 😉
They do seem to be almost fairytale creatures and definitely regal too.
Wonderful photos!
Thanks so much! I am just looking at your wonderful blog, and will take time to read it in the next days. So many subjects I am interested in!
Thank You!
I curtsey before his Royal Highness. 🙂
Ha Ha! And there I stood, in my jeans, t-shirt and Mass Audubon cap, gazing on him in all his glory…;-)
Awesome sighting and shots, such a pretty bird! I’ve seen them but still haven’t gotten a photo of one. Someday I hope!
Thanks! My first ever photo of one!