About the Himalayan Monal
The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) is a species of bird in the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 187 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code himmon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Lophophorus impejanus |
| Species Codes | himmon1, HIMO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Monal belong to?
The Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Monal?
The Himalayan Monal is a member of the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Himalayan Monal sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Monal on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himmon1, or on iNaturalist.