Copper Pheasant
Syrmaticus soemmerringii
Least ConcernAves · Galliformes · Phasianidae
About
The copper pheasant, also known as Soemmerring's pheasant or yamadori (ヤマドリ), is a pheasant endemic to the Japanese archipelago. The scientific name commemorates the German scientist Samuel Thomas von Sömmerring. It is the official bird of multiple Japanese prefectures, cities, and towns. It was commonly hunted for sport throughout the 20th century.
Fun Fact
The scientific name commemorates the German scientist Samuel Thomas von Sömmerring.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Distributed in and endemic to the hill and mountain forests of the Honshū, Kyūshū, and Shikoku islands at elevations of up to 1,800 metres (1.
Diet
Diet consists mainly of insects, insect larvae, worms, crabs, berries, and acorns, especially those from the Castanopsis, Machilus, Cleyera, and Castanea trees.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance