Animals of the Far East: rare individuals

The Far East is the most remote region of Russia, having a rather severe climate. The Ussuri taiga is a unique natural treasure, on its territory there are more than 400 species of trees (among them Korean oak). Many endemic species, that is, not found anywhere else in the world, also inhabit here. Animals of the Far East of Russia are interesting and unique, many of their species are listed in the Red Book.

Amur Leopard

Amur (Far Eastern) leopard is recognized as the most rare wild cat of the world. The species on the verge of extinction is unusually beautiful. Now on the freedom live about 30 individuals of the Amur leopard, and in zoos - about a hundred (and all from one male). On the territory of Korea, these wonderful leopards are exterminated completely, in China they are found in isolated cases. Most likely, these are individuals coming from the Russian territory. Many animals of the Far East are on the verge of extinction, like the Amur leopard. A threat to them is not only poachers, but also forest fires, a decrease in the amount of food.

Ussurian tiger

The Ussuri (Amur) tiger is the largest cat in the world. The male in the prime of life has a weight of up to 300 kg. This is a powerful and powerful beast. The weight of a tiger does not prevent him from being an excellent hunter and moving around in reeds, without issuing the slightest rustle. He hunts for elks, wild boars, deer, hares, and can attack even a medium-sized bear.

Animals of the Far East tremble at night, hearing his menacing and mighty roar. A female tiger gives birth to two or three cubs, who stay with it until three years old, learning the basics of hunting art. In this case, milk of the mother of cubs feeds only up to six months.

Animals of the Far East: Himalayan bear

This predator is much smaller than its close relative - the brown bear. That is why the former tries not to meet on narrow paths with the second. But the Himalayan bear is very beautiful, its black hair shines and shimmers in the sun, and the breast is adorned with a white spot. Like many animals of the Far East, the bear loves to feast on acorns, nuts and roots. Having worked up an impressive fat stock for the summer, the animal is put into hibernation in a cozy large hollow of cedar, pine or oak. Hibernation lasts for five months. In February, the bear gives birth to bear cubs, which remain with her until the next fall.

The nature of the Far East is beautiful and unique. It is necessary to make every effort to preserve it for our descendants!