Phasianidae - pheasants, turkeys, grouse
 There 155 species in this family. Most of them are ground-dwelling birds. They have plump bodies and short, blunt wings. They eat seeds, other plant parts, and insects. They usually lay large numbers of eggs in nests on the ground. Chicks are precocial and can feed themselves shortly after hatching. Many species, like the wild turkey, have squared off tail feathers that are fan-shaped when opened. Other species, like the peacock, are brightly colored.
 Endangered in N.H.
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 Threatened in N.H.
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 Introduced
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 Endangered in U.S.
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 Threatened in U.S.
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 Breeds in N.H.
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