Himalayan Tahr

Hemitragus jemlahicus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The Himalayan tahr is a large even-toed ungulate native to the Himalayas in southern Tibet, northern India, western Bhutan and Nepal. It is listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List, as the population is declining due to hunting and habitat loss.

Fun Fact

They have adapted the unique ability to grasp both smooth and rough surfaces that are typical of the mountainous terrain on which they reside.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to the Himalayas in southern Tibet, northern India, western Bhutan and Nepal.

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

15 years

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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