We were leaving for work this morning at 7 am and found a dead exotic bird on
our driveway. Due to the appearance of the animal, we
presumed it was someones pet.
It had an orange beak, dark to bright blue head. Body feathering seemed green,
fading to black. I figure it was a ground bird because it has bid yellow
chicken-like feet and long legs.
We placed the bird in the grass by the tree in front of our house. I posted a message on the neighborhood message board so everyone could spread
the word so the possible owner can find their lost pet, even if it is too late. So far, no answers, but I suspect the bird belonged to the woman down the street from us. She owns a large Amazon parrot and chickens.
Now I’m wondering what to do if it’s still there when we get home tonight.
Green Pheasant, perhaps? They may occur locally in the US as escapes or released birds, and in some areas hybrid populations with Ring-necked Pheasant exist.
A photo (or a much more detailed description) would be helpful.
