I used to raised 8K pheasants yearly. There is a lot of effort that goes into raising this many. But since you're raising a small amount, it won't be as hard. Pheasants are easier to raise than quail because quail are supposed to be raised on wire while they are young, and since they're smaller they require more attention. IMO...If you're only wanting a few dozen birds, I'd recommend just buying them from a farm. You probably save money and a lot of time, without a lot of hassle. Plus they'd most likely be a lot wilder if you want to stock them. But if you have any questions about raising pheasant let me know.
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