Markhor, population dynamic and food availability in Chitral Gol sanctuary
Markhor, population dynamic and food availability in Chitral Gol sanctuary
Abdul Aleem
ABSTRACT
Periodic surveys made to assess the changes occurring in Markhor population in Chitral Gol Game Sanctuary revealed an increase of 137 animals (397 as against 240) during a period of 3 years. The male/female ratio registered a decrease whereas the young / female ratio
increased from 0.56 February -March 1975 to 0.79 in December 1977. Herd size also considerably increased. Footprints of snow leopard were again seen in the area. Food production was determined in the winter habitat of Markhor and it was inferred that the feed is not scarce for the wild animal.
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September 1978
Vol. 28, Iss. 3
