LOPHURA LEUCOMELANA LINEATA
BURMA & THAILAND
Incubation 24-25 days.
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| LINEATED KALIJ LOPHURA LEUCOMELANA LINEATA BURMA & THAILAND |
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| A spectacular pheasant of Burma and the slopes of Thailand, this bird is related to the Silvers as well as to the other members of the Kalij family. A large pheasant with brownish grey legs and much stripping that is finer than that of the Silver. Many people confuse the Crawfurd's and the Lineated, but the difference is in the leg color, with the Crawfurd's having the red legs. When distressed his crest will stand erect, and he is ready to stand his ground. The hen on the other hand resembles the Silver hen, sporting a crest, having much of her back in golden brown plumage with the breast having grey V-shaped tips. They are monogamous and too many of the same species will not work in an enclosure, but we have kept them with Lady Amherst pheasants with no problems. The young grow quickly, but separating the males is essential as there will be squabbles. Also in the brooding stage, they seem to get along well and love their egg and meal worms at least three times per week. The hens get along great with other hen pheasants, but a rule is never to overcrowd or there will be problems such as feather picking. The young males are separated and added to where they are tolerated with existing breeder pairs. They are a challenge though quite hardy and easy to raise, but they are quite rare in captivity with very few new imported bloodlines. Before mixing any of the Kalij family it is important for the breeder to make sure they are not being crossed as so many look alike. Incubation 24-25 days. |
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