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Mongolia is the habitat of 140 mammal species, 390 bird, 20 reptile and 76 fish species. Because this zone has been spared from harmful human activity, it provides habitats for representative and often rare species. There are an estimated 28 species of endangered mammals living in Mongolia. This includes the wild ass, wild camel, Gobi argali sheep, Gobi bear, Ibex and black tailed gazelle as well as various wolves, antelopes and jerboas. There are also 59 species of endangered birds including many species of hawk, falcon, buzzard, crane and owl.
Many specimens of Mongolian flora have yet to be classified. Of the 150 endemic plants in the country, more than 100 are listed as endangered or rare species. In the 1990's worlds most primitive horse, the takhi (Prewalski's horse), was reintroduced into protected reserves, after thirty years of extinction in the wild.
All of our itineraries take time to enjoy Mongolia's flora and fauna. Contact us to find out which best suits your interests.
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