Altai Snowcock

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The Altai Snowcock is a large, robust game bird inhabiting the rugged, high-altitude mountain ranges of Central Asia. Its plumage provides excellent camouflage against the rocky and snowy backdrop of its remote habitat.

Where to spot

Found on high-altitude rocky slopes, alpine pastures, and scree fields primarily in the Altai, Sayan, and other Central Asian mountain ranges.

How to spot

Requires significant hiking in challenging terrain. Look for them on open slopes and listen for their characteristic whistling calls, which often precede a sighting.

When to spot

Dawn and dusk are the best times to spot them as they feed. Summer offers the best access to their remote mountain habitats.

Where to spot

Found on high-altitude rocky slopes, alpine pastures, and scree fields primarily in the Altai, Sayan, and other Central Asian mountain ranges.

How to spot

Requires significant hiking in challenging terrain. Look for them on open slopes and listen for their characteristic whistling calls, which often precede a sighting.

When to spot

Dawn and dusk are the best times to spot them as they feed. Summer offers the best access to their remote mountain habitats.

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Altai Snowcocks are known to perform impressive aerial displays, where males ascend rapidly before gliding down with stiff wings, showcasing their agility despite their size.

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