These 10 Animals Live at the Highest Altitudes on the Planet

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Himalayan Marmot: Found in the Himalayas at elevations up to 5,000 meters (16,400 feet), these large ground squirrels are well-adapted to the harsh alpine environment.

Snow Leopard : Native to the mountain ranges of Central and South Asia, including the Himalayas, snow leopards are elusive cats that inhabit rugged terrain at altitudes of up to 5,500 meters (18,000 feet).

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Tibetan Antelope: Also known as chiru, these antelopes are found in the Tibetan Plateau and surrounding regions at altitudes ranging from 3,000 to 5,500 meters (9,800 to 18,000 feet).

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Himalayan Tahr (Hemitragus jemlahicus): These wild goats are native to the Himalayas and are adapted to living in steep, rocky terrain at elevations of up to 4,500 meters (14,800 feet).

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Bar-headed Goose (Anser indicus): Known for its incredible migratory feats, the bar-headed goose breeds in Central Asia and migrates over the Himalayas.

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Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus impejanus): This colorful pheasant is native to the Himalayas and is found at elevations of up to 4,500 meters (14,800 feet) in alpine meadows and forested areas.

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Himalayan Blue Sheep: Also known as bharal, these sheep are well-adapted to living in high-altitude mountainous regions, including the Himalayas, at elevations of up to 5,000 meters (16,400 feet).

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Himalayan Griffon Vulture: Found in the Himalayas and surrounding mountain ranges, these large vultures soar at high altitudes in search of carrion, reaching heights of over 7,000 meters (23,000 feet).

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Himalayan Musk Deer: These small, elusive deer inhabit mountainous regions of the Himalayas at elevations of up to 5,800 meters (19,000 feet), where they feed on alpine vegetation.

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Himalayan Snowcock: This game bird is found in the high-altitude mountain ranges of Central Asia, including the Himalayas, at elevations of up to 5,500 meters (18,000 feet).

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