Although they may not breed until they are two to three years old, the adult plumage is attained the first year. General Comments Like all Eared Pheasants, a large aviary is prefered. White Eared are hardy birds, who do not need much protection during the winter. White Eared seem to be more nervous than the other Eared. The aviary should contain some hiding places, shrubs, large rocks and logs for the birds to perch on and hide behind when the keeper enters.
Eared Pheasants can be difficult to sex.
Please refer to the Brown Eared fact sheet for an article on sexing Eareds by Harry Hardy.