I ran out there, thinking I was just going to see a Cardinal or something. Imagine my surprise when this is what I saw:
I had her run back in the house to get my camera. I leaned over our fence and snapped a bunch of pictures. These two came out the best. I then talked to my neighbor who said the bird had been there since about 11 am.
Since then I atctually listed this on Craigslist as a 'found bird.' I have gotten a few replies telling me it is a kind of "Golden Pheasant." And that it is definately someone's pet bird that probably got loose. This is not a 'wild bird.' Or at least I don't think it is? Anyone have any ideas on what this bird is?
No signs of it this morning though. If it shows up today, either I or my neighbor, I think should call animal control.
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WOW! The colors are amazing. I think it is some sort of pheasant, but not sure. Happy Critter Day!
ReplyDeleteI have no idea what kind of bird this is, I am still trying to figure out the very ordinary ones that I regretfully did not pay much attention to. :) How beautiful though. I sure hope the owner shows up!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is an incredible bird! I can't believe how colorful it is and how shocked you must have been to see it. Hopefully someone sees your ad and comes to claim it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat bird, so colorful.
ReplyDeleteLooks like he was involved in an accident in a paint factory. He's not one for blending in.
ReplyDeleteWow. What a beautiful bird!
ReplyDeleteI have no idea what it's called though.
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Beautiful bird. Looks like a pheasant. Great shot.
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its colors are beautiful.
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Wow, that really is a beautiful bird! I hope it can find its owners again and vice-versa.
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What a gorgeous bird!
ReplyDeleteAt first glance I thought pheasant but I don't think so. It is beautiful. That colorful it would hard for it to stay away from predators. Hope you are able to help with a rescue.
I think it is a golden pheasant - I have seen these in the zoo.
ReplyDeleteA LOVELY bird!
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Wow! What an amazing bird! :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing Bird! I hope that its owners find him! New to the blog, found you on SITS BlogFrog! Glad I did!
ReplyDeleteWow, that is so cool. I've never seen one. I hope he finds his way home.
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