We installed a total of 69 camera traps (2819 trap nights) and surveyed 54 trails (650 km) which represents entire habitat and topographic variability of the landscape. We used camera traps and conventional sign surveys for documenting the species during 2018-2019. Hence, through the present study, we have assessed the abundance and occupancy of Himalayan monal in Uttarkashi district (Uttarakhand). The information on species distribution and its abundance is lacking in many areas which are vital for conservation and management planning. Its population is declining in many areas due to various anthropogenic threats. After six months, Young is alone and has to search for food and stay alone.The Himalayan Monal is a conservation priority species in its entire distribution range. During the 27-day incubation period, the male will be on guard to protect the eggs and the chicks from predators. Then female is ready to mate, scratching a nest in the ground laying about three to five eggs. Males use body displays to attract females by bobbing their heads and fanning their tail feathers. Reproduction: April is the main mating season and uses a number of calls to communicate meaning to their partner. The Himalayan female monal is a simple, brown crest with an ordinary feather. Except for patches of a white throat and rump, they are dark brown overall. The tail feathers are rufous, and the rump is white while the bird is in flight, which is the most visible. The male is noteworthy, with its long metallic green crest and copper feathers on its back and neck. He has a multicoloured feather within his body, consisting of a mixture of green, purple, red, and blue. This species seems in small groups and in large groups when roosting in a group.Īttributes: The male Himalayan monal is larger than the Chinese Monal. During their breeding season, these pheasants wander alone or in pairs, between April and August. A wide variety of calls help them distinguish between contentment, aggression, and alarm from a mate. Male Monals are more aggressive and more competitive than Monal Females. The shrill, curlew-like whistle of the Himalayan Monal is distinctive. These pheasants have a large curved beak that makes it possible for the slopes to dig out underground insects. Himalayan Monal, migrate when the weather gets better.īehaviour: Most of the day, Himalayan Monal spends foraging insects, berries, and seeds. Rolling grassy slopes and mountains, and giant bamboo and rhododendron bushes are the habitats. These pheasants are normally found in cold upper temperate oak forests in Himalayan hills.

Habitat: It is a species at a high altitude that lives above 3,000 meters. We invite all Bird watchers and photographers to encounter Himalayan Monal in the high Himalayas. this is the high-valued species and National Bird of Nepal. The Himalayan monal is a stunning, colourful bird of the native Himalaya. Himalayan monal “Lophophorus impejanus” known as “Danphe” in the Nepali and min highlights of this trek are the most wonderful wide views of Mt Everest. It is a special route for birders and photographers. The Himalayan Monal Trek is ideal for mountain Photography tours on Everest.