By Gurpreet Singh | September 15, 2025
The national bird of Nepal, this pheasant is a burst of rainbow feathers against snowy backdrops. Locals call it the “danphe.”
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Known as the “ghost of the mountains,” the snow leopard thrives in icy cliffs above 3,000 metres. Spotting one is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
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The Tibetan fox has a distinct square face. They can survive on cold Himalayan plateaus by precisely hunting pikas.
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Argali is the world’s largest wild sheep. Also known as mountain sheep, they have magnificent curling horns. They are mostly found in Ladakh’s rugged ranges.
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Pikas are tiny and rabbit-like. They squeak from rocky burrows, surviving Himalayan cold with food-storing adaptations.
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The Himalayan griffon vulture, a massive scavenger found across the Himalayas, soars at extreme altitudes while cleaning ecosystems of carrion.
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The Tibetan fox has a distinct square face. They can survive on cold Himalayan plateaus by precisely hunting pikas.
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Adapted to freezing Himalayan heights, woolly hares survive with thick fur and nocturnal feeding habits.
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Rare and resilient, Tibetan wolves survive harsh Himalayan plateaus, hunting in packs to outwit prey.
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Adorable and shy, red pandas live in Himalayan forests, feeding mainly on bamboo and fruits.
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