Lady Amherst Pheasants

[Godsgrl]

I was wondering if any of you own/raise these pheasants. I saw a pair at Busch Gardens in Tampa, and they are so gorgeous! I think the male is quite possibly the most beautiful bird I have ever seen. They were both quite aloof, not nearly as gregarious as the lorikeets in the same aviary.

 

[Charliet]

They are a pretty bird just as easy to keep and raise as Chickens

 

[michickenwrangler]

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I agree. They are gorgeous, aren't they?

Cackle Hatchery sells them and others like Strombergs offer them in phesant assortments but no guarantee to variety.

 

[Tony K T]

Don't buy pheasants from a hatchery.You will be paying way to much for them.Find a breeder near by,there's someone in almost every state them raises pheasants.If you give me your state I can look through my APWs directory and maybe you can see them before buying them,but bring extra cash you will want more then amherst.
In N.H.,Tony.

 

[lexgold]

I bought my first birds locally through asking around.
I paid twenty bucks apiece!
Then I bought some 'fancier' ones through Eggbid.com and you can find them through sellers on here.
Try Craigslist or local feed/agricultural stores too but make sure the birds are pure and not inbred!!!!

 

[Godsgrl]

Thank you for all the wonderful information on the pheasants. I live in GA, by the way. I think I will look into a breeder before a hatchery, thanks for the good advice.

 

[Charliet]

hey i m sending you a pm now about the amherst i have i hope you get it

 

[kikescove.com]

Raise them, love them. Not quite as calm as Goldens, but still a nice bird. Watch for purebreeds. Many backyard hobbyists mix them with Red goldens. Some on purpose and some by accident.

 

[xroadrover]

Just found this site while looking for a breeder here in Texas where I could purchase a pair of Lady Amhearst. Any information anyone could share would be greatly appreciated.

 

[cluckoldhen]

I too am looking for a breeder in Virginia. Anybody know of one??
Thanks