Urial (Ovis vignei) — Vulnerable Mammalia

Urial

Ovis vignei

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The urial, also known as arkars, shapo, or shapu, is a wild sheep native to Central and South Asia. It is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Fun Fact

The horns of the males are up to 100 cm (39 in) long.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to montane areas in the Pamir Mountains, Hindu Kush and Himalayas up to an elevation of 4,500 m (14,800 ft).

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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