Bulwer’s Pheasant

     The Bulwer’s Pheasant or the Wattled Pheasant is a relatively large Pheasant endemic to the forests of Borneo Island. It’s a quite rare bird and beautiful too, as the male is undoubtedly one of the most striking of all pheasant species.

     The male Bulwer’s pheasant is a remarkably beautiful bird, notable for his loose, gleaming white tail, and blue facial skin and wattles. His wattles are distended together and give a spectacular effect during courtship display. The male Bulwer’s pheasant has also a maroon chest and glossy blue-black plumage that contrasts with its crimson-red legs. While, the female is smaller, has a dark rufous-brown plumage instead, dull bluish facial skin, and red legs.

     The breeding season appears to be long and changeable, possibly being stimulated in part by fruiting events. Clutch sizes are between two and five eggs, which are incubated for 24 to 25 days by the females. Bulwer’s pheasants are generally slow to mature and take at least three years to reach sexual maturity.