Crawfurd's & Lineated Kalij

These two species mark the transition between the families of Silvers and Kalij. Silver Pheasants have red legs while Kalij legs are grey. Crawfords are a bit brighter with red legs, while Lineated are only slightly darker and their legs are grey. The Ayeyarwady River divides the families.

Lophura leucomelanos lineata

Tying with Crawfurd's and Lineated Kalij Feathers

The Ayeyarwady River flows north to south through Burma. All 15 subspecies of the Silver Pheasant are found east of the river, while all Kalij are found west of the river. Male Crawfords and Lineated are very similar, however, the hen's feather patterns are quite different.

Fly tying literature often refers to an Andersen's pheasant as a naturally occuring subspecies. However, it is now widely accepted that an Anderson's is a hybrid between a Silver Pheasant and a Lineated Kalij. This would account for the Anderson's darker, tighter "V" pattern in the male's feathering.

The same uses apply for these feathers as other silvers but with a darker look. Again, the saltwater tier can use the crests for any baitfish pattern with dark or blue backs.

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Body Contour Feathers	$17.50
Feather Packs For most tyers, a whole skin is more than a lifetime's supply of feathers. So for those interested in tying a few patterns, here are packs of enough feathers to get you started. 20 Feathers - $17.50
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Breast Feathers	$7.50
Mixed Feather Packs For most tyers, a whole skin is more than a lifetime's supply of feathers. So for those interested in tying a few patterns, here are packs of enough feathers to get you started. 12 Feathers - $7.50


Wing Quills	$5.50
Feather Packs The markings on these wing quills is more intricate than on either a Silver or a Lineated. Perfect for wings on wet flies, they are stiff and marry well. 1 pair - $5.50


Tail Slips	$7.50
Feather Packs The center tails on this bird are lighter, while the side tails are far darker and the markings far more complicated. The barb length is not as long as a True Silver, but they still make an impressive wing on a wet fly pattern. 1 pair - $7.50
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Crawfurd's Kalij - Collecter Set	$.00
Collecter Set Here is an assortment of Crawfurd's Kalij Pheasant feathers. It includes a bit of everything, crest, neck, back, wing, and breast feathers. It's the next best thing to buying a whole skin. Click the image for a larger view Collecter Set of 25 pr - $0.00
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Lineated Kalij - Collecter Set	$.00
This is an older male in full feather. Check out the close ups below, the eyed feathers are in good condition and the color is very good. The tail feathers are perfect, no wear at all on any edges. With a bit of steaming the eyes on the individual feathers will look as nice as the ones pictured in the sidebar. Click the image for a larger view Collecter Set - $0.00
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Crawfurd's Kalij - Male	$375.00
This is an older male in full feather. Check out the close ups below, the eyed feathers are in good condition and the color is very good. The tail feathers are perfect, no wear at all on any edges. With a bit of steaming the eyes on the individual feathers will look as nice as the ones pictured in the sidebar. Click the image for a larger view
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Lineated Kalij - Male	$375.00
This is an older male in full feather. Check out the close ups below, the eyed feathers are in good condition and the color is very good. The tail feathers are perfect, no wear at all on any edges. With a bit of steaming the eyes on the individual feathers will look as nice as the ones pictured in the sidebar. Click the image for a larger view
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<malayan peacock pheasant> Pheasants

All pheasants are native to Asia. There are 52 different breeds of these beautiful birds, 17 of which are listed as endangered.

Habitat destruction and hunting has reduced the number of these birds in the wild. The Hainan Peacock Pheasant, thought to be a subspecies of the grey, is one of these and is one of the most endangered birds in all of China. Today it is at greater risk of extinction than even the Giant Panda.

None listed here are in such danger - but with habitat destruction and population growth, it's just a matter of time.

Breeds:

Tragopans, Monals & Koklass
	Satyr	Temmink's	Impeyan	Koklass
Gallopheasants
	True Silver Lewis Silver	Crawfurd's/Lineated Dark Feathered Kalij	Bornean Firebacks Malayan Firebacks	Siamese Fireback
Long-tailed & True Pheasants
	Reeves	Copper	Ringneck	Designer Ringnecks
Ruffed & Eared Pheasants
	Golden	Lady Amherst	Blue Eared
Peacock Pheasants
	Great Argus Malayan	Grey	Germain's	Rothschild's
Cross-breeds
	Am-Gold	Silver x Reeves