Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Latest News
Recently, a proposal of redrawing the boundaries and expanse of the Karakoram wildlife sanctuary in Ladakh was received by the central government.
About Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary
- Location: It is located in the union territory of Ladakh along the territory’s border with Jammu and Kashmir.
- It is situated just to the north of Hemis National Park and to the east of Deosai National Park.
- Terrain: It is well known for its diverse landscape, featuring snow-covered peaks, alpine fields, and deep ravines.
- Climatic condition: The average temperature during the warmest month is lower than 0 degrees Celsius in some heights and remains below 10 degrees Celsius in other parts.
- Major Peaks: Major peaks within this Wildlife Sanctuary include Saltoro Kangri, Saser Kangri I, and K12.
- Rivers: Shyok and Nubra Rivers are the major water sources of this sanctuary.
- Vegetation: It is rich in alpine vegetation, medicinal plants, cold desert flora, endemic and rare species, and glacier vegetation.
- Fauna: Ural, the argali, Tibetan gazelle, Siberian ibex, the bharal (blue sheep), and the snow leopard, Tibetan antelope (chiru) and Bactrian cameletc.
- Flora: It comprises broad-leaved shrubs namely the Rosia webbiana, Ephedra, Caragianae and several other bushes.
Source: ET
Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary FAQs
Q1: Where is the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary located?
Ans: Ladakh
Q2: What type of climate does the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary have?
Ans: Cold desert climate
