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Captive breeding challenges posed by Malaysian and Bornean Peacock-pheasants (Polyplectron malacense and P.
John Corder1, Geoffrey Davison1,2
1World Pheasant Association, Middle, Ninebanks, Hexham, Northumberland, UK.
Abstract:
We describe unique reproductive features of two threatened Galliformes species, the Malaysian peacock-pheasant (Polyplectron malacense) and Bornean peacock-pheasant (P. schleiermacheri). These features pose challenges to successful captive breeding to build up sustainable populations for conservation purposes. Single egg clutches in both species mean that reproductive rates are low and population increase is slow. The very rounded eggs of Bornean Peacock-pheasant cause difficulties for egg orientation in incubators. Single chicks with special requirements are poorly suited to rearing by broody bantams and successful husbandry requires increased human time, commitment, and skills.
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