Can a pheasant fly without its tail?

A pheasant can still fly without its tail, but it will not be able to fly as well as it could with its tail. The tail feathers help to provide stability and balance while flying, and without them, the pheasant may have difficulty maintaining its altitude and direction. Additionally, the tail feathers help to steer the pheasant while flying, and without them, the pheasant may have difficulty making precise turns.