Ardea
Official journal of the Netherlands Ornithologists' Union

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Göransson G. & Loman J. (1986) Predation and habitat distribution of Pheasant nests: a case of ideal free distribution. ARDEA 74 (1): 105-109
The predation rate on artificial and natural nests of the Ring-necked Pheasant was studied. It was higher in May than in June. The decrease in predation rate occurred simultaneously with an increase of cover provided by vegetation. The predominant predator was the Hooded Crow, but in one year the badger was also an important predator. The natural density of Pheasant nests in the study area was higher in the uncommon nettle habitats compared to the habitats dominated by grasses. Predation rate on artificial nests however did not differ between nettle habitats and moist grass meadows. The predation rate of artificial nests decreased with prolonged exposure time.


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