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Nature’s Rainbow Bird: This Monal is the jewel of the Himalayas

Adorned with shimmering feathers and vivid hues, the Himalayan Monal captivates both birdwatchers and photographers alike. Known as the ‘jewel of the mountains’, it flourishes in the cool forests of high altitudes.

Sheetal Kumari | November 01, 2025 / 15:53 IST
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The Himalayan Beauty: With iridescent feathers shimmering in sunlight, the Himalayan Monal is truly a visual delight and a dream subject for wildlife photographers. (Image: Canva)
The Himalayan Beauty: With iridescent feathers shimmering in sunlight, the Himalayan Monal is truly a visual delight and a dream subject for wildlife photographers. (Image: Canva)
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National Bird of Nepal: This radiant bird is Nepal’s national bird and holds cultural significance across Himalayan regions, often seen as a symbol of grace and spirit. (Image: Canva)
National Bird of Nepal: This radiant bird is Nepal’s national bird and holds cultural significance across Himalayan regions, often seen as a symbol of grace and spirit. (Image: Canva)
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Vibrant Plumage: The male Monal sports a colourful crown, metallic greens, fiery orange and purple tones, making it one of the most colourful pheasants on Earth. (Image: Canva)
Vibrant Plumage: The male Monal sports a colourful crown, metallic greens, fiery orange and purple tones, making it one of the most colourful pheasants on Earth. (Image: Canva)
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Habitat in the Highlands: Monals inhabit the high-altitude forests and meadows of the Himalayas, thriving between 2,400 and 4,500 metres above sea level. (Image: Canva)
Habitat in the Highlands: Monals inhabit the high-altitude forests and meadows of the Himalayas, thriving between 2,400 and 4,500 metres above sea level. (Image: Canva)
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Shy Yet Playful: Though shy in nature, Monals can be quite curious. They’re often spotted foraging or hopping through snow-covered slopes and alpine fields. (Image: Canva)
Shy Yet Playful: Though shy in nature, Monals can be quite curious. They’re often spotted foraging or hopping through snow-covered slopes and alpine fields. (Image: Canva)
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Seasonal Showstoppers: In winter, their feathers look even more vibrant against the snow. These birds often draw tourists and photographers to remote mountain trails. (Image: Canva)
Seasonal Showstoppers: In winter, their feathers look even more vibrant against the snow. These birds often draw tourists and photographers to remote mountain trails. (Image: Canva)
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Monal Mating Dance: During the breeding season, the male Monal performs elaborate dances and displays its bright plumage to impress the female. (Image: Canva)
Monal Mating Dance: During the breeding season, the male Monal performs elaborate dances and displays its bright plumage to impress the female. (Image: Canva)
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Female Monal's Camouflage: Unlike the males, females are brown and less flashy—perfect for blending into the forest while nesting. (Image: Canva)
Female Monal's Camouflage: Unlike the males, females are brown and less flashy—perfect for blending into the forest while nesting. (Image: Canva)
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Conservation Status: While not endangered, Monals face habitat loss and occasional poaching. Conservation efforts help preserve their population in protected Himalayan parks. (Image: Canva)
Conservation Status: While not endangered, Monals face habitat loss and occasional poaching. Conservation efforts help preserve their population in protected Himalayan parks. (Image: Canva)
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The Jewel of the Mountains: A symbol of the Himalayas' wild beauty, the Monal continues to mesmerise nature lovers and lensmen with its dazzling colours and elusive charm. (Image: Canva)
The Jewel of the Mountains: A symbol of the Himalayas' wild beauty, the Monal continues to mesmerise nature lovers and lensmen with its dazzling colours and elusive charm. (Image: Canva)

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