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Snow leopard on the reverse of the old 10,000-Kazakhstani tenge banknote Emblem of Tatarstan, depicting the Aq Bars, a mythical winged Snow leopard. The snow leopard is widely used in heraldry and as an emblem in Central Asia. The Aq Bars ('White Leopard') is a political symbol of the Tatars, Kazakhs, and Bulgars.
Snow leopard habitats Tost landscape. Bayarjargal (Bayara) Agvaantseren (born 1969) is a Mongolian conservationist who has campaigned to save the habitat of the snow leopard in an area of the South Gobi Desert which has become a major mining hub.
Following an ecological study in the South Gobi Desert, starting in 2009, and the killing of a snow leopard by herders protecting their livestock, the Tost Tosonbumba was established as a local protection area the following year.
The harsh landscape with vast range of intact desert features is home to several large mammal species, many of which are endangered or threatened. They include the saiga antelope, snow leopard, Przewalski's horse, Mongolian wild ass, goitered gazelle, and wild Bactrian camel (pictured). [12] Cretaceous Dinosaur Fossil Sites in the Mongolian Gobi
The park is a haven for some endangered species like the argali sheep, snow leopard and Siberian ibex. The eponymous mountains of the park are inhabited by the magnificent lammergeier, or bearded vulture. The eastern range of the park supports the endangered Saker Falcon and has been designated an Important Bird Area by BirdLife International. [2]
This is a list of the naturally occurring mammal species recorded in Mongolia. ... Snow leopard, P. uncia VU [10] Suborder: Caniformia. Family: Canidae (dogs, foxes)
The protected area is inhabited by species such as the Argali sheep, Ibex, Red deer, Beech marten, Moose, Snow leopard, Snow cock, and Golden eagle. The World Heritage Site Petroglyphic Complexes of the Mongolian Altai is located inside Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. [3]
Snow Leopard in the Moscow Zoo. The snow leopard is a primary focus of the park's conservation efforts. An estimated 15-20 individuals live in the territory, with another 50-60 in the buffer areas. [2] They live at the higher elevations in rocky settings, where their stocky bodies and thick fur make them well-adapted.