Satyr Tragopan
NameSatyr Tragopan
Common NameSatyr Tragopan
Scientific NameTragopan satyra
FamilyPhasianidae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)70
Weight (g)1700
Plumage DetailsMales are predominantly bright crimson red with numerous small white ocelli (spots) edged in black across their body. They have a black crown, deep blue facial skin, and a small black bill. During courtship, they can inflate two fleshy blue 'horns' and a large blue gular wattle. Females are duller, mottled brown and black with buff streaks and spots, providing camouflage.
Vocalization / CallTheir vocalizations are typically deep, mournful, and wailing calls, often described as 'waa-waa-waa' or 'oh-ah-oh-ah', which can carry far through the forest.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, subtropical forest, temperate forest, montane forest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in the central and eastern Himalayas, ranging from Nepal through Bhutan, Sikkim (India), and parts of Tibet (China). They typically inhabit high-altitude forests.
Identifying FeaturesMale's bright crimson red plumage with white spots, Deep blue facial skin and black crown on males, Inflatable blue horns and gular wattle (males during display), Large, pheasant-like build, Mournful, wailing calls
Description
The Satyr Tragopan is a vibrant, medium-sized pheasant known for the male's striking crimson plumage. These shy, ground-dwelling birds inhabit dense Himalayan forests, feeding on a variety of plant matter and insects.
