Himalayan Tahr

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About Himalayan Tahr

• It is a large hoofed mammal that lives in the Himalayas.
• Scientific Name: Hemitragus jemlahicus

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Himalayan Tahr Habitat and Distribution

• It is found in southern Tibet, northern India, western Bhutan, and Nepal. 
• They are made for living in cool, rocky mountain areas. 
• In the Himalayas, they are mostly found on slopes between 2,500 and 5,000 meters high. 

Himalayan Tahr Features

• An average male tahr weighs about 73 kg, while females weigh around 36 kg. 
• They are shorter in height than they are long. 
• They have a small head, small pointed ears, and large eyes. 
• Their horns are different between males and females. 
• Male horns can grow up to 46 cm long. Females are smaller and have smaller horns.
• The horns curve backward, which helps prevent injuries when males fight during mating season.
• Their bodies are perfect for the cold Himalayan weather. They have thick, reddish wool coats and thick undercoats.
• As an ungulate, the Himalayan tahr has an even number of toes. They can grip both smooth and rough surfaces.

Himalayan Tahr Conservation Status

It is classified as ‘Near Threatened‘ under the IUCN Red List.

Source: DTE