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Originally Posted by JAMES HALL
Melanistic is the word I heard one called when we were in Kansas. Mr. Swanson was the one who came up with that term.
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Per Google:
This melanistic mutant is a pure breed. These large, beautiful pheasants feature an iridescent, greenish-black plumage. A favorite variety for release, they display a remarkable ability to survive and reproduce in the wild. Prime habitat consists of 55-70 % crop fields such as corn, soybean, or small grains. The remainder of the habitat should include some wetlands, grassland, and woodland or brushy thickets.
Appears that "melanistic" would be the correct term.
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