Himalayan Monal ( Danphe ) : The National Bird of Nepal
The Himalayan Monal is a stunning and bright colored bird from the pheasant family which is called as Danphe or Danfe in the local Nepali language. The Himalayan Monal or Danphe become so much showy when they spread their exotic feathers while dancing and they are scientifically known as Lophophorus impejanus. The approximate length of an adult Himalayan Monal is about 70 cm and the weight of males and females range between 1980-2380g and 1800-2150g respectively. Himalayan Monal is also the national bird of Nepal.
Source: www.klimanaturali.org
