The Most Popular Golden Pheasant Mutation
The Yellow Golden Pheasant mutation occured "by accident" in witness of an Italian zoologist and professor, Alessandro Ghigi. This is why the Yellow Golden Pheasant was originally known as the "Ghigi Golden." Ghigi claimed, even to his grave, that the Yellow Golden was a mutation of the Red Golden Pheasant and was never a cross between the Lady Amherst Pheasant, Chrysolophus amherstiae.
Unfortunately, hundreds of unethical bird breeders have crossedbred the Golden Pheasants, Chrysolophus pictus, and Yellow Golden Pheasants, Chrysolophus pictus luteus, with the Lady Amherst Pheasant, Chrysolophus amherstiae, just to see what other color combinations would "come out" in order to justify a higher price of sale. As a result, an estimated 90% of Golden Pheasants in captivity carry the Lady Amherst gene.
You can rest assured that we at Überchic Ranch carry the best quality Golden Pheasants from recent imports straight from China. In fact, our breeding stock is the same genetic line as featured at the world-famous San Diego Zoo in San Diego, CA. Be sure to add these high-pedigree pheasants to your noble collection.
Excellent Tolerance
The Yellow Golden Pheasant does well in harsh Winter climates due to naturally being from snowy mountainous regions. The Yellow Golden Pheasant also copes well in smaller enclosures and aviaries.
Shy and Curious Demeanor
The Yellow Golden Pheasant may be timid at first, but would eventually be interested in you once they know you give treats. They aren't as wild or aggressive as other species of pheasants.
Community Birds
If the Yellow Golden Pheasant has enough space requirementes and is placed with other community birds, you will find a peaceful aviary.
