Hide-and-seek with a Ring-necked Pheasant

Hardly a rare bird on the Colorado plains but one that has eluded me. I certainly have seen many but getting a quality capture has proven difficult as they are notoriously shy and seem to be able to disappear in brush in an instant.

On Saturday I see this beautiful specimen standing tall and proud on top of a round hay bale and instantly I think, “Finally!” Well, those thoughts didn’t last long as this guy saw me coming and took cover immediately. He stuck his head up for the briefest moment giving me this one shot.

While not what I was hoping for, it does make for a fun capture.

A Ring-necked Pheasant hides on some hay bales in Morgan County, Colorado. (© Tony’s Takes)
A Ring-necked Pheasant hides on some hay bales in Morgan County, Colorado. (© Tony’s Takes)

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