7 Rare Animals Found in Pakistan You Need to Know About

Siddhi Sharma
Sep 20, 2024

Markhor

The national animal of Pakistan, is a kind of wild goat that lives in hilly areas and is threatened by poaching. It has twisted horns.

Snow Leopard

This stealthy predator is severely threatened because of habitat destruction and unlawful poaching. It is native to the northern mountains.

Indus River Dolphin

Though it lives in the Indus River, one of the rarest freshwater dolphins in the world is negatively impacted by dam development and water pollution.

Baluchistan Forest Dormouse

This small nocturnal rodent is scarce because of habitat destruction; it can be found in the forests of Baluchistan.

Chiltan Wild Goat

Native to Baluchistan, this endangered goat species lives in rough terrain and is threatened by habitat loss and poaching.

Pangolin

Although it can be found in Pakistan's grasslands and woods, this nocturnal, scaly mammal is seriously endangered because of the illegal wildlife trade.

Himalayan Brown Bear

This huge bear species is located in Pakistan's northern areas, especially in the Karakoram and Himalayan ranges.

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