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Himalayan monal
Bird
An incredibly colorful pheasant that lives high in the Himalayan mountains.
💡 Fun Facts
- The males have dazzling, iridescent feathers in nine different colors to attract mates.
- They are strong diggers and use their curved upper beak to root around in the dirt and snow for insects and roots.
- They are the national bird of Nepal.