Film

The High Life of the Himalayan Monal

The Himalayan monal is a show-stopper of the high mountains. During spring, the male dressed in his best attire, shows off his regal plumage, whistles, and dances to attract the attention of a mate. Will the female fall for his advances?
A Roundglass Sustain film Directed by Neha Dixit
Updated   July 29, 2025
A Roundglass Sustain film Directed by Neha Dixit
Updated   July 29, 2025
5 min watch
The Himalayan monal is a show-stopper of the high mountains. During spring, the male dressed in his best attire, shows off his regal plumage, whistles, and dances to attract the attention of a mate. Will the female fall for his advances?
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Sustain Team

We are a driven group of people from diverse backgrounds, bound by an abiding love for India’s natural world.