The common pheasant (Phasianus colchicus)

The pheasant is not native to Britain, but has a long history of residence here.  There is some debate over the success of various possible introductions dating back to the Romans, but it is generally agreed that pheasants were common by the 15th century. 

The pheasant, although often thought to be a bird of woodlands, is really a species of woodland edge and agricultural land. In areas where woodlands are not common, shrubby wetlands provide suitable habitat.  Despite its introduced status, the conservation of the pheasant is important because of its long history of naturalisation and importance as a symbol of our traditional countryside.

This fine chap wanders into my garden most mornings at around 05:00, and calls to his palls, if he keeps it up I'll be having pheasant pie soon!