Its a bit of a grey area that pops up on the forum from time to time. It all depends on is it your land or a shoot you have and what the land owner has said you can shoot. I read something a while ago that said it was ok if they are on your land. Personaly even though I like a good roasted pheasant I wouldnt shoot one on the ground. It isnt realy a challange so I cant see the point.