A large, iridescent pheasant of the mountains of eastern Tibet, including Ngaba (Ch. Aba).

  • Group: Bird
  • Habitats: Alpine meadow, forest edge
  • Regions: Kham, Amdo

Habitat

Alpine meadows and scrub above the tree line.

Diet

Roots, bulbs and seeds dug from the ground.

Ecological role

A ground bird of the eastern high mountains.

Threats

Hunting and overgrazing; disturbance by people collecting medicinal plants.

Conservation

Listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

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