Details for Green Pheasant

• Green Pheasant

  The Green Pheasant (*Phasianus versicolor*) is Japan’s national bird and a symbol of its cultural and natural heritage. Native to the Japanese archipelago, it is known for its striking iridescent green plumage and loud calls. The male has a distinctive red wattle and long tail feathers. Green pheasants are ground-dwelling birds found in forests, fields, and farmlands across Honshu, Shikoku, and Kyushu. They feed on seeds, insects, and small animals. Revered in folklore and even featured on Japanese postage stamps, the species represents vigilance and grace.

  

  Habitat: The Green Pheasant lives in Japan.