Colorful Himalayan pheasants face a less rosy future under human pressure

Mongabay
Sep 9, 2026, 1:46 am80 ptsTrending
In the Indian Himalayas, numerous species of colorful pheasants roam the understory, pecking at seeds, roots, leaves, berries, and insects. These large, ornate birds are vital to the Himalayan ecosystem. But some species now face increasing pressures from habitat degradation and hunting, reports contributor…

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