Himalayan Monal

The Himalayan Monal, also known as the Impeyan Monal or simply the Monal, is a strikingly beautiful bird species found in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. It belongs to the pheasant family, Phasianidae, and is the national bird of Nepal. The Himalayan Monal is renowned for its vibrant plumage with iridescent feathers that display a mesmerizing spectrum of colors. The male Monal is particularly stunning, with a metallic green head, coppery neck, and a long, multicolored tail that shimmers with hues of green, purple, and blue. The female Monal, although less flamboyant, still possesses an attractive appearance with a brownish body and a scaled pattern.