SRINAGAR: An injured Markhor-the world’s largest wild goat and an iconic species in India-was rescued from a village near the Line of Control (LoC) in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
The Markhor, an elusive mountain goat native to Kashmir, is classified as ‘Near Threatened’ on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. Known for its striking spiral horns, the species is primarily found in rugged mountainous terrains.
Wildlife Warden (North) Intesar Suhail said that a male Markhor had wandered into Noorkhah village near the Kazinag National Park, a key habitat for this majestic but rare animal.
“Early this morning, we received information about an injured Markhor in the village. A team of wildlife officials promptly rushed to the site and successfully rescued the animal,” Suhail said. He explained that the wild goat had likely strayed into the village due to the ongoing breeding season. (agencies)
Markhor Rescued Near LoC In Kashmir
