Cedar Grove Farms Varieties & Price List

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Ringneck Pheasant Varieties

( Phasianus colchicus )

All of the varieties listed below were developed from the Chinese Ringneck through selective breeding. As such they all are extremely hardy birds with care, feeding requirements maturity age and breeding habits all being alike. Because they are a variety of the same bird and not a different species, they will cross breed and should be kept separate during breeding season unless that is your goal.


Chinese Ringneck
This is the bird that most people think of when they hear "Ringneck Pheasant". The cocks are highly variable in color and reach about 35" in length. The hen is a mottled brown and about 25 " long. They will reach a weight of 3.5 to 4.5 lbs at maturity. They are perfect for release or eating at 22 weeks of age. They will breed their first year laying as frequently as once a day during the laying season, if not allowed to nest. They are hardy into Canada and are used by many State Game Departments as release birds for hunting. Full plumage will be achieved the fall of their first year, with full size being reached at 1 year of age. This is a good choice for the beginner since they are extremely easy to keep and raise.

Eggs Minimum of 12
.75 each
50 at .60 each

Jumbo Ringneck
This bird for all practical purposes is the same as the Chinese Ringneck above except for it's size. Mature cocks will attain weights up to 8 lbs with hens slightly smaller at 7 lbs. This bird is primarily used for meat purposes as the large size makes it a slower flight bird and not recommended for hunting.

Eggs Minimum of 12
.90 each
50 at .80 each


Melanistic Ringneck
These birds are a dark irridescent green and blue. A truly striking animal that has had the melanin in the feathers altered to only show the green instead of browns, thus the name. Reflections in the sunlight will show the colors making the bird look different at various angles. Our stock typically matures at a larger size than the Chinese Ringneck with cocks at 6 lbs and hens at 5 lbs.

Eggs Minimum of 12
.95 each

Buff Ringneck
This variety is almost the opposite of the melanistic being very light and subtle in color. Rich shades of tans and browns predominate making an excellent background for showing off the red wattles. A good table bird and easy to keep.

Eggs Minimum of 12
.95 each

Alaskan Snow
These are a perfect white color in feather and are a welcome addition to any collection. Less available than the above varieties and in high demand, they usually sell out early. The red wattles really show off on the males and are an excellent meat bird. As easy to keep and raise as the above varieties.

Eggs Minimum of 12
1.00 each


Special Value Assortment
of
Ringneck Pheasant Varieties

We offer this assortment to help balance our orders and our customer's needs. While we cannot guarantee the number and type of each variety you will get, this is an excellent way to add a few of the unusual types to your collection.

12 eggs .90 each
24 eggs .85 each
48 eggs .85 each

Golden Pheasants

( Chrysolophus pictus )

These Pheasants belong to the group known as Ruffed Pheasants due to the cape or "ruff" which they spread around their face and neck during courtship. They are small birds weighing about 1 lb. with larger size being discouraged . The male has a long tail about 2 times the body length and assumes some color the first year, with the second year showing it's fullest color. They make perfect aviary birds and do not require much space due to their small size. They become very tame if worked with and are often kept with other non-pheasant birds.

Red Golden
This variety is thought by many to be the most beautiful bird in the world. The male is a deep red with a golden yellow crest. The cape is a light orange with each feather outlined in bluish black. The upper back is green and the lower back is a golden yellow. The female is a mottled medium to dark brown. Both sexes have a yellow beak and legs. The young may be sexed by different eye color. Females are a dark
brown and the males are much lighter. They are reliable producers and often lay fertile eggs their first season.

Eggs Minimum of 12
$1.95 each

Yellow Golden
This Golden has the red replaced by yellow. The green cape color is still evident with accents of brown on the rest of these birds. Considered by many to be the prettiest of the mutations, they are now reasonably priced and in many aviaries and collections. A cold hardy bird also of small size and easy to keep.

Eggs Minimum of 12
$2.50 each

Dark Throated Golden
Resembling the Red Golden but darker in color. The male has a smokey gray face and throat. The hens are noticably darker than red golden hens, but just as prolific and hardy. Eye color sexing is the same.

Eggs Minimum of 12
$2.25 each

Golden Pheasant Value Assortment

12 Eggs 2.35 each
24 Eggs 2.25 each
48 Eggs 2.00 each

Lady Amherst Pheasant

( Chrysolophus Amherstie )

Also a type of Ruffed pheasant, the Lady Amherst is closely related to the Golden Pheasant and is similar in size. The males xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx and the females look very similar to Golden Hens. Young can be sexed the same way with eye color. Birds will often lay their first year and will develop some color, with full color being obtained their second year. A must for any collection these peaceful birds are a sight to behold. Keep them separate from Goldens or they will cross breed, resulting in a decline in the species.

Eggs Minimum of 8
$2.95 each

Silver Pheasant

( Lophura nycthemera )

The Silver pheasant is a large bird that is very popular. The male has a long, black crest, black chin and throat. The wings and back are white with thin black lines penciled across. The belly is a navy blue and the long tail is pure white. Add to this a bright red face area and you have an outstanding specimen. They achieve full color their second year. Hens are a variable olive brown with red legs and pale red wattles. They grow very fast and can be put outside at 6 weeks old weather permitting.

Eggs Minimum of 8
$2.95 each

Reeve's Pheasant

( Syrmaticus reevesi )

The Reeve's widest known feature is it's unusually long tail, up to 6' in some cases! Sometimes used as a gamebird, they are larger than the Ringneck. They require more space to keep the tail in good condition. The male is an amber golden color with the feathers outlined in a dark gold brown. The tail is primarily white with dark barring. The face is white with a black mask. Hens are a much duller version of the male and have a shorter tail. They will achieve full color the first year and produce fertile eggs.

Eggs Minimum of 8
$2.95 each