The pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) is native to India, and in other areas east of the Black Sea through to China, but has been introduced to other countries for the benefit of those individuals who like killing for fun. The Golden pheasant (Chyrsolophus pictus) comes from the mountains of central China, and Lady Amherst's pheasant (Chrysolophus amherstiae) is native to South-West East Asia. All are woodland species. See Collins Bird Guide, Mullarney et al, Collins 1999