what is it with south dakotans and pheasants?

[knotjaguar]

So I got a quarter back as change a few days ago, and was surprised to see this:

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[angrysunbird]

[Grandpa Simpson] I'll be cold in the ground before I recognise South Dakota[/GS]

That is pretty funny. I doubt a pheasant could fly that high anyway.

[bad_latin]

As a native South Dakotan, I find it not surprising at all. Pheasant season is a GIGANTIC deal. Not just a passion of locals but also a huge huge part of our state's income. I grew up pheasant hunting with my dad, and my first dog was a bird dog. It really is an important symbol.

Personally, I'm just wondering why Mount Rushmore looks so freaky and melty.

[thierrys]

The pheasant is the South Dakota state bird, anyway... so at this point if they want a bird they don't have much choice. I guess if it's a big part of the culture it makes sense...after all, I dare say most South Dakotans are also introduced species =D