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High altitude environment of Himalayan region

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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          The high altitude environment has its own climatic complex of low atmospheric pressure,     atm ospheric cold, atmospheric aridity, light, snow cover, and also microclimate. The high-altitude areas pose threat to wildlife,threatened high-elevation mammal,  Multiple threats to Himalayan biodiversity, Other Threats and also feeling the impacts of climate change. High altitude environment of Himalayan region:- The Himalay, by prudence of its area and staggering level, goes about as an extraordinary climatic separation and manages meteorological circumstances in the subcontinent districts of South Asia. In any case, the related intricacies and their belongings are yet to be set out to figure out the meteorology of the Indian Himalayan District (IHR). In this audit volume, we combine the outcomes and derivations of a few examinations did in the IHR involving in situ information, somewhat detected information, and model-based meteorological perceptions. Results give experiences int
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BLUE SHEEP (Bharal)

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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  Family-Bovidae Sp.- Pseudois nayaur Altitude- 3000-6000 m   Actually the Blue sheep is not a sheep but it holds an intermediate place between  sheeep and goat as regards to morphological traits and habbits. Physical Characteristics It has rounded horns , curved backwards over the neck. A black strips runs along the middle of each flank and down the front of the legs. such type of black strips are absent in sheep. One of the most striking features of the blue sheep is its bluish-gray coat, which provides excellent camouflage against the rocky backdrop of its habitat. Both males and females have horns, with those of the males being larger and more curved. These horns play a crucial role in intra-species competition, especially during the mating season. Habitat and Distribution Blue sheep are primarily found in the Himalayas, ranging from the foothills of Pakistan and Afghanistan to the highlands of Nepal, Bhutan, and China as well as Ladakh and Kuman. They prefer steep, rocky terrain a
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TIBETAN GAZELLE/ What is a Tibetan Gazelle

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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Family-Bovidae Sp.- Procapra picticaudata  , Hodgson -1846.    Altitude- 3950-5500m   The Tibetan Gazelle, also known as the Goa, is a graceful and agile ungulate found in the high-altitude regions of Tibet, China, Nepal, and Bhutan. This beautiful animal is considered an important part of the Tibetan plateau's unique ecosystem. Distinctive Characters- The Tibetan Gazelle is a relatively small species of gazelle, with a shoulder height of only 60-70 cm and a weight of around 25 kg. The coat of this animal is pale brown in color, with a white underbelly, and a distinct white patch around the tail. Both males and females have long, slender horns that curve slightly backward, and can grow up to 20-25 cm in length.   Distribution- Tibetan Gazelles are primarily found in the high-altitude regions of the Tibetan plateau, where they inhabit open grasslands, steppe, and alpine meadows. They are also found in the neighboring regions of Nepal, Bhutan, and China, where they inhabit similar ha
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Mountain Vole

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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MOUNTAIN VOLE  - This is also called as Royle's mountain vole High-altitude areas pose threat to wildlife,threatened high-elevation mammal,Multiple threats to Himalayan biodiversity,Other Threats and also feeling the impacts of climate change.  wild animals name, pictures videos list and domestic animals in English for kids images chats Family-Muridae,   Sp.-Alticola roylei , Gray -1842.    Altitude- 3355-3965m   Characters: The colour is rufous brown on the back, becoming yellower and paler on the side and pale brown. The tail is likewise rufus earthy colored above yet pale brown. The tail is less than half portion of the length of the body. Thumb is short, a few times clawless, yet more frequently bears a little compacted hook. The ears are short and venture over the exceptionally short fur of the head. The body is 3 to 4 inches long. Distribution: It is seen in higher biotopes of central Asia and North America. But it is found in Kashmir and Kulu in India. However it is al
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RED MARMOT

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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LONG-TAILED MARMOT / RED  MARMOT  - High-altitude areas pose threat to wildlife,threatened high-elevation mammal,Multiple threats to Himalayan biodiversity,Other Threats and also feeling the impacts of climate change.  wild animals name, pictures videos list and domestic animals in English for kids images chats Family-Sciuridae,   Sp.-Marmota caudata , Jacquemont -1844.    Altitude- 2400-5500m                               This is a handsome and more richly coloured marmot. Characters:                     Marmots are the second biggest rodents (after beavers) in the Palearctic region. The body shape and size of these creatures mirror their fossorial, or mostly underground, life. Marmots are strong and box-molded, with the legs separated. The rear legs are more limited than the forelegs. Their bodies are smoothed out and adaptable, and marmots are fit for pushing their direction through thin openings. They can take an alternate route during sharp turns. Red marmots weigh as much as 8
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Himalayan Marmot

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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  HIMALAYAN  MARMOT  - wild animals name, pictures videos list and domestic animals in English for kids images chats Family-Sciuridae,   Sp.-Marmota bobac Muller -1776.    Altitude- 3965-5490m                     The   Himalayan marmot body and limbs colour is yellowish brown . The upper part of body is blackish. The lower part of belly is deep brown. The head and body length of adult marmot is around 2 feets and tail 5 inches.                          It is seen in Tibet, Ladakh, Nepal and Pakistan. They live in colonies at higher biotopes and they stay in holes especially in winter. Their food habit is roots, leaves, grasses and seeds of different plants in the morning as well as evening. when they sensing danger, produce a hissing call to their friends heading in to their hole / tunnel. Generally, they give birth in spring when snows melted and plenty of food is available. Out of wildlife scenario ,it is a threatened species for meat and fur. However, they can not be tamed.   ( Shar
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High altitude environment of Himalayan region

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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          The high altitude environment has its own climatic complex of low atmospheric pressure,     atm ospheric cold, atmospheric aridity, light, snow cover, and also microclimate. The high-altitude areas pose threat to wildlife,threatened high-elevation mammal,  Multiple threats to Himalayan biodiversity, Other Threats and also feeling the impacts of climate change. High altitude environment of Himalayan region:- The Himalay, by prudence of its area and staggering level, goes about as an extraordinary climatic separation and manages meteorological circumstances in the subcontinent districts of South Asia. In any case, the related intricacies and their belongings are yet to be set out to figure out the meteorology of the Indian Himalayan District (IHR). In this audit volume, we combine the outcomes and derivations of a few examinations did in the IHR involving in situ information, somewhat detected information, and model-based meteorological perceptions. Results give experiences int
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STONE MARTEN / Best animal

By Dr Ramesh Behera
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  BEECH /  STONE MARTEN - wild animals name, pictures videos list and domestic animals in English for kids images chats Family-Mustelidae,  Sp.-Martes foina intermedia ,  Severtzov-1873.    Altitude- 3620 m and above                  The stone marten, with only the Indian race intermedia, is a pretty, alert, slender, and graceful animal. The legs are long and tails are as long as the body and head. The soft fur of the upper part is salty to light or dark brown. The length of the body and head is about 25- 45 cm. It is distributed in Europe, Western and south-western Asia except  Arbia. Indian limits restrict it to Kashmir and east to Sikim. The beech Marten is rarely found  below the 1525m. It takes shelter in tree hallows, among the rocky ledges or in ground holes. It takes frogs, toads, lizards, snakes and small birds also.                     The feeding habits may slightly change depending upon the season and locality nature. For searching food in and around the human habitation
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