Kiang

Equus kiang

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Perissodactyla · Equidae

About

The kiang is the largest of the Asinus subgenus. It is native to the Tibetan Plateau in Ladakh India, northern Pakistan, Tajikistan, China and northern Nepal. It inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands. Other common names for this species include Tibetan wild ass, khyang and gorkhar.

Fun Fact

Kiangs are the largest wild asses, living on the Tibetan Plateau at altitudes above 4,000 metres where they tolerate temperatures of -40°C, and they can outrun wolves over long distances at high altitude.

Quick Facts

Habitat

High-altitude grasslands and steppe

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

20-25 years

Threats

Overgrazing
Invasive Species

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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