Home range and habitat use of free-ranging Przewalski horses at Hustai National Park, Mongolia

作者: SRB King , None

DOI: 10.1016/S0168-1591(02)00087-4

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摘要: Przewalski horses (Equus ferus przewalskii), also known as takhi, were first re-introduced to the wild in Hustai National Park, Mongolia, 1994. Since then number of free harems increased a maximum seven; there are currently six (October 2000). The size home range each changed among years and seasons. tended settle close where they released although explored surrounding area. use habitat within through day, with grazing valleys during morning evening, moving higher places stand rest refuge from heat flies middle day. Range establishment area, well discussed.

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