Details for Himalayan Monal

• Himalayan Monal

  The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) is a large, colorful pheasant species native to the Himalayan forests and alpine regions of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. The male is particularly striking with iridescent plumage in shades of blue, green, purple, and red, a white rump patch, and a long crest. Females are duller. They typically measure 63-72 cm (25-28 inches) in length. Himalayan Monals forage for roots, tubers, insects, and seeds, often digging with their strong beaks. It is the national bird of Nepal.

  

  Habitat: The Himalayan Monal lives in India, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bhutan, China, Myanmar.