Courtship
Beginning in early March and peaking in early May, roosters scatter from winter cover to establish territories (3-10 acres in size) and attract hens by crowing. Most crowing occurs just before sunrise and sunset.
On average pheasants move 2/3 miles between winter cover and nesting habitat, but some may move as much as 1 ½ miles. Each rooster will typically breed 3-7 hens. Fierce battles between roosters are not common, as most disputes are settled with bluffing, but the sharp spurs and pointed beaks can be used as sometimes deadly weapons.