How much space for Pheasant

[bodnarinq]

Hello all, I am looking to get in to some ornamental pheasant and need to know how much space they need to be comfy. I only want about 4-6 birds. Probably the golden variety. A picture of a pen set-up would help too . Thanks

 

[adriano]

The bigger you can give the better.
More so in length than in an equal square.

 

[bodnarinq]

BUt what size is nominal?

 

[adriano]

Aviary size is important to most species if they are to breed successfully, In the case of the smaller species, such as the golden pheasant, a minimum size of 3m long by 2m wide, plus a shelter 1m deep by 2m wide, will satisfy one pair and for the larger species, the minimum should be double that size. The Aviary should be at least 2m high to allow a person to walk around, the sides preferably, should be covered in galvanised wire of 25mm mesh, to keep out sparrows and other vermin, with at least 15cm sunk into the ground and a further 30cm coming out flat at right angles underground. This prevents rats and other mammals digging under the netting.

http://www.avianweb.com/housingpheasants.html

 

[bodnarinq]

Thanks you so much, that helped alot. Any suggestion on doors?

 

[bodnarinq]

ALso, can I house pheasant near other animals. I have chickens, Ducks, Turkeys, Goats, pigs, and a dog.

 

[greymane]

Although not always practical, if you can have an inner and outer door, that is great. (Prevents escapes.)