Fauna of uzbekistan

FAUNA OF UZBEKISTAN


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   In Uzbekistan, one can find many representatives
   
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   Central Asian Cobra 
   
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   Wildlife
   

In Uzbekistan, one can find many representatives of Asian fauna. Mammals include bears, wolves, snow leopards, deer, various species of billy-goats and mountain sheep. Rodents, like big-eared hedgehogs, ermine, vixen hares and stone martens populate the countryside. Reptiles including sand boas, Central Asian cobras and sledge runners thrive. Birds like jays, shrikes, mountain finches, grand turtle-doves, bearded vultures, and pheasants can be spotted outside of urban areas. Nearly 70 species of fishes may be found in reservoirs including Amudarya trout and Aral salmon, roach, and barbel.
Nature in Uzbekistan can be noted for its truly rich colorful pattern. There are lots of mountains, deserts, rivers and steppes. Fauna has its own beautiful and unique sides as flora in Uzbekistan.
First of all the richness of fauna depends on geographical location of republic. You can meet different and unique representatives of fauna in each region of Uzbekistan. Among them are: mammals(wolf, big-eared hedgehog, vixen, hare - toloy, tortoise, djeyran, saygak, wild boar, etc), reptiles (heccons, agama, sand boa, arrow-snake, Central Asian cobra,etc), birds (pretty bustard, dun goatsucker, jay, shrike, mountain finch, bunting, lentil, black griffon, etc), insects, etc.
The particular geographical position of Uzbekistan at a junction of several biogeography provinces within Central Asia has determined the significant richness of its animal world. At the same time, the biodiversity of Uzbekistan reflects the exceptional diversity of natural conditions. Vast plains occupied by different types of deserts, mountain grass-lands (steppes), forests and alpine meadows, gallery poplar forests along riverbeds, wetlands and water-reservoirs, and oases represent typical ecosystems with unique faunal complexes.
Red Book
The main aim of “Red Book” is to capture people and public authorities’ attention to problems of nature protection. But unfortunately at least of years the book has become bigger, what testify about sad and negative attitude to nature. The representatives of fauna and flora get hope of survival, enlist the support and protection, and become the object of attitude from the direction of state and environmental authorities.
Over the past decade as a result of human activity and its careless attitude to the flora and fauna, many animals were on the brink of extinction. I would like to share you some information about that poor animals in the book.
Big cats are tempting prey for hunters, leading to almost complete their disappearance. Action taken: the prohibition of hunting, the introduction in the red books, etc. prevent loss of Turkestan lynxes from "extinction", but from poachers do not save. These predators do not attack on a human. Turkestan Lynx listed in Appendix II of the Convention on international trade in endangered species of wild fauna and Flora (CITES), and production of them alive is strictly limited.
Many animals are highly sought after as an object of sport hunting and revealing look at zoos. The number of the Snow Leopard as a result of persecution became low and these graceful animals are on the brink of extinction. Range size of the snow leopard in Uzbekistan about 10 thousand kV. Km., that is not more than 0.5% of the global range.
This bird is a large predator-glider almost the same size as the fretboard. You can meet in dry open landscapes from Plains to mountains, if the terrain is suitable for nesting. It nests on precipices, high hills. They rise in the mountains to a height of 3300 m. above sea level. 
People hunt stone marten because of her warm fur. Sometimes the stone martens attack domestic hens and rabbits and they usually kill a lot of animals than they can eat. The stone martens drag different products from sheds and attics. They gnaw through cables and hoses in cars thereby harm to facilities. But at the same time they can be of benefit to decrease the number of rodents. The stone martens have immunity for sting of bees and wasps, so they sometimes walk to apiaries and regale with on honey.

Conclusion

The main component in business of preservation nature is human. Every of us can be respectful and careful to living nature, teach our children to treat toward each small representative of animal or plant world. Thousands of years of evolution and cultural and historic traditions of many generations of indigenous peoples have bequeathed it to us. So we all share the responsibility for passing this heritage to our descendants as a diverse and sustainable system.

Uzbekistan has a landscape that includes mountains, deserts, and grassy plains. This country in Central Asia has a varied collection of wildlife as well. Some of its animal inhabitants include wild boars, gazelle, mountain sheep, geckos, black vultures, and bears just to name a few. Uzbekistan has around 70 species of fish, 98 mammal species, 61 reptile species, 4 species of amphibians, and 477 species of birds!

What are the most significant animals in Uzbekistan?
Some animals living in Uzbekistan are especially significant because they have a decreasing population. In some cases, if their population continues to decrease, there is a risk that the animal will become extinct. One unique animal called a snow leopard lives in rocky areas in the mountains. It has a conservation status of Vulnerable and its population is decreasing due to habitat loss and poaching activity.
Another unique animal in Uzbekistan is the Pallas’s fish eagle. This eagle lives in the wetlands and is considered Endangered. It also has a decreasing population. Loss of habitat is the main reason for the decreasing population of this majestic bird.
Other significant wildlife in Uzbekistan that is decreasing in number includes the Goitered gazelle, the Saiga antelope, and the Kulan. The Kulan is considered Endangered with an unknown population.
The Official National Animal of Uzbekistan
The national animal of Uzbekistan is the Turkestan sand cat. This small wild animal looks like a domesticated cat but lives in the deserts of Uzbekistan. This unique animal endures this area’s arid conditions and lack of water. It is known for its strength and ability to adapt and live in this tough environment.
The Most Dangerous Animals in Uzbekistan Today
This country has its share of both non-dangerous and dangerous animals. In short, some animals are more dangerous if they become aggressive. As a rule, most wildlife wants to avoid encounters with humans. The most dangerous animals in Uzbekistan include:

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  Central Asian Cobra – Sometimes called the Caspian cobra, this snake holds the title of the world’s most venomous cobra. They are responsible for a large portion of the reported snake bites in Central Asia. Soon after a person is bitten by this reptile, they experience painful swelling and breathing problems. If a person doesn’t receive antivenom right away, this snake’s bite can be deadly.
  
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  Himalayan Brown Bear – Male Himalayan brown bears can be seven feet long and weigh up to 300 pounds. These bears are strong and have sharp claws. They can become aggressive if a person approaches their cubs or shelter.
  
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  Honey Badger – These are strong mammals with sharp teeth. They are known to be fierce fighters with very few animal predators! A honey badger has the ability to seriously injure a person who is invading their territory or getting too close to their young. However, these animals prefer to hide from humans whenever they can.
  
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  Wild Boar – Wild boars are some of the most dangerous animals in Uzbekistan due to their sharp teeth and tusks! They can charge a human using their tusks to cause injury to a person’s lower body. Though these animals are capable of injuring a human, they try to avoid contact with them at all costs.
  

Where to Find the Top Wild Animals in Uzbekistan
With such a diverse collection of wildlife in Uzbekistan, it’s helpful to know where to go to observe them. Reserves and parks offer much-needed protection to wildlife in this country. Look at where to find the top wild animals in Uzbekistan.

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  Siberian Ibex – These unique mammals live on steep, rocky slopes and in alpine meadows. They are just one of the animals to observe in Uzbekistan’s Zaamin National Park.
  
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  Blackbird – This bird with its coal-black feathers paired with a bright orange beak lives in a pine forest habitat. Many of these birds make their home in Zaamin National Park.
  
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  Bukhara Deer – Bukhara deer have a desert habitat and are considered Endangered. However, they receive shelter and protection in Zarafshan State Nature Reserve in Uzbekistan.
  
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  Western Marsh Harrier – This bird lives up to its name by making its home in marshes and other wetlands. It can be seen soaring through Zarafshan State Nature Reserve.
  
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  Desert Monitor – These unique desert-dwelling reptiles stay underground in their burrows during the heat of the day and come out to hunt when the temperatures turn cooler. They can be seen in the Nurata Reserve.
  
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  Corsac Fox – These small mammals can be found in semi-desert habitats and on steppes in Uzbekistan. The Zarafshan Nature Reserve is home to families of Corsac foxes.
  
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  Uzbekistan's natural world is very diverse. It is composed of desert areas and snowy mountains, rivers and completely dry lands. The most part of its territory lies in the Turon plain, where there are no sudden steep-drops and hills. The Turon plate and mainland, which later became the Tian Shan and Pamir -Alai Mountains, were formed in the Paleolithic period. Later, the sea covered the plate for a long time. The mountain chains are thought to have fully developed during the Alps orogenesis. The mountain ranges blocked the humidity from the Indian Ocean. It caused considerable climatic change: the weather became dry and huge desert areas appeared. As rivers and winds kept changing their directions, the upper layer of soil was continuously displaced from one place to another. It led to the formation of the Kyzyl Kum and Kara Kum deserts.
  
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  Mountains and foothills make up about one-fifth of the territory of Uzbekistan. The highest point is 4,643 meters. Mountains cover the east of the country. Uzbekistan embraces western parts of the Tian Shan and Pamir-Alai mountain ranges, respectively. The mountain ranges are very different: there is a sharp contrast of heights, foothills, canyons, and watersheds.
  
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  There are also small mountains such as Aktau, Karakchitau and the western part of the Zarafshon mountain range with their smooth shape. Rather big depressions stretch between the mountains: Kashkadarya, Surkhandarya, Zarafshon, and Samarkand. The largest depression is the Ferghana Valley - 370 km long and 190 km wide. It is surrounded by mountain ranges on three sides except on the western face. On the border with Afghanistan, there is the huge Amu Darya depression.
  
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