Takin

Budorcas taxicolor

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The takin ; is a large species of ungulate of the subfamily Caprinae found in the eastern Himalayas. It includes four subspecies, the Mishmi takin, the golden takin, the Tibetan takin, and the Bhutan takin.

Fun Fact

Takin produce an oily, strong-smelling substance from their skin that waterproofs their shaggy coat in the misty Himalayan bamboo forests, and the substance smells so strong that some researchers describe it as unforgettable.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Subalpine bamboo forests and meadows

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

15-18 years

Threats

Wildfire
Poaching
Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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