That is a good one. I suggest a female of some species of pheasant. Females are
harder to distinguish than males. Though I don't know which. There are many
possible species but would need to know which are kept in Australia (locally).
Could be difficult as maybe it is a hybrid female pheasant. Would be best to
ask around the neighbourhood to find where it escaped from.
Philip
-----Original Message-----
From: Canberrabirds
On Behalf Of Kathy Cook
Sent: Tuesday, 6 April, 2021 3:37 PM
To: Canberra birds
Subject: Mystery Bird
A friend from Weston Creek had the attached bird in her garden for 3 days last
week.
Interested in your thoughts on its ID. Pictures have been cropped from phone
photos.
Thanks
Kathy
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