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English: Red-tailed Minlas captivate bird enthusiasts worldwide with their vibrant plumage and distinctive habitat. In this comprehensive exploration, we'll delve into the taxonomy, physical traits, habitat preferences, dietary habits, and distribution of these remarkable birds in Nepal. With their striking appearance, characterized by a black-crowned head, blue-gray feathers, and fiery red tails, Red-tailed Minlas stand out in subtropical and tropical montane forests. Ranging from 1,000 to 3,800 meters above sea level, these birds thrive amidst dense moss-covered trees and broad-leaved foliage, where they forage energetically for insects like beetles, caterpillars, and ants, occasionally indulging in fruits. Often observed in mixed-species flocks, their acrobatic foraging behaviors add to their charm. Unmistakable in appearance, with a bold white brow contrasting against a black head and rose-red wings and tail, the Red-tailed Minla remains a unique and captivating species in the avian world. This bird was photographed at Latpanchar, West Bengal, India