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The Snow Cock (Tetraogallus himalayensis) is a majestic and elusive bird species native to the Himalayan region.

Physical Characteristics

1. Size: 55-65 cm (22-26 in) in length
2. Plumage: White and gray feathers with black markings
3. Distinctive crest: Black and white crest on the head
4. Sex dimorphism: Males have a more prominent crest and black throat patch

Habitat and Distribution

1. Himalayan range: Found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, Pakistan, and China
2. Alpine regions: Inhabits rocky, grassy, and scrubby areas between 3,500-6,000 meters (11,483-19,685 ft)

Behavior and Diet

1. Shy and secretive: Difficult to spot in the wild
2. Ground-dwelling: Forages for food on the ground
3. Herbivorous: Feeds on grasses, seeds, and plants

Conservation Status

1. Least Concern (IUCN Red List)
2. Threats: Habitat degradation, hunting, and climate change

Interesting Facts

1. Adaptation: Snow Cocks have adapted to high-altitude environments with specialized physiology
2. Mating: Males engage in elaborate courtship displays to attract females
3. Elusive: Snow Cocks are rarely seen by humans due to their remote and inhospitable habitat

Subspecies

1. T. h. himalayensis (nominal subspecies)
2. T. h. saurashtrae (found in western Himalayas)

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