Strutting Ring Neck Pheasant
Let's turn pheasant spotting into a challenge at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge! While cruising the Auto Tour Route, keep an eye out for Ring-necked Pheasants. These beauties strut across open fields and roadsides but be warned – their dazzling plumage (think iridescent copper and gold for the males, with a red face and white collar) might be a fleeting sight. Their loud crowing, heard from up to a mile away, might be your best clue. The trick? Pheasants are quick to take flight. So, scan the fields ahead for movement, especially early mornings, or evenings when they're more active. This way, you'll be ready to snap that perfect picture!
Strutting Ring Neck Pheasant
Let's turn pheasant spotting into a challenge at the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge! While cruising the Auto Tour Route, keep an eye out for Ring-necked Pheasants. These beauties strut across open fields and roadsides but be warned – their dazzling plumage (think iridescent copper and gold for the males, with a red face and white collar) might be a fleeting sight. Their loud crowing, heard from up to a mile away, might be your best clue. The trick? Pheasants are quick to take flight. So, scan the fields ahead for movement, especially early mornings, or evenings when they're more active. This way, you'll be ready to snap that perfect picture!