About Himalayan Red Fox:
- The Himalayan Red Fox, a subspecies of the widespread red fox (Vulpes vulpes), is one of the most adaptable predators of the high-altitude landscapes.
- Scientific Name: Vulpes vulpes montana
- Distribution:
- It is native to the Himalayan mountain range in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.
- It has a wide distribution in the Indian Himalayan region, including the states of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.
- Habitat:
- They are known to occupy a variety of habitats, including alpine meadows, grasslands, forests, and agricultural lands.
- Features:
- It is a medium-sized mammal, with males being slightly larger and heavier than females.
- The coat of the Himalayan red fox is typically rusty-red in color, with white underparts and a distinctive white-tipped tail.
- It is a solitary and nocturnal
- Conservation Status:
- IUCN Red List: Least Concern
Key Facts about Pangong Tso:
- Pangong Tso, or Pangong Lake, is a long, narrow, endorheic (landlocked) lake in the Ladakh Himalayas.
- It is the world’s highest saltwater lake.
- It is also known to change colors, appearing blue, green, and red at different times.
