Green Options

Past attempts to reintroduce these last remaining, truly, wild horses to the Central Asian steppe country have been unsuccessful. Now, after assessments of two horse projects–one at Hustai National Park (with 171 horses living on their own, as of 2006) and the other at Takhin Tal (with 115 horses, as of 2007)–ecologists and wildlife conservationist are confident enough in the animals’ chances for long-term survival to upgrade its status from “extinct in the wild” to “critically endangered”.

Wild Bactrian camels are critically endangered due to hunting, habitat loss, illegal mining activities, and competition with livestock for grazing areas.

Here is a list of eleven things you might not know about the beautiful Bactrian. Enjoy!