Ladakh Tourism

Wildlife

Spot the elusive snow leopard, black-necked cranes at Tso Kar, and the Himalayan marmot.

October – March (snow leopard); May – September (birdwatching)
Hemis, Changthang, Tso Kar
Wildlife / Nature

About Wildlife

Ladakh's wildlife and biodiversity are as remarkable as its dramatic landscape, making it a true paradise for nature lovers. Spread across high-altitude mountains, cold deserts, wetlands, and remote valleys, the region supports rare and endangered species uniquely adapted to extreme conditions.

Protected areas such as Hemis National Park, Changthang and Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuaries and Tso Moriri and Tso Kar, shelter iconic animals including the snow leopard (Ladakh's state animal), Himalayan brown bear, Tibetan antelope, ibex, wolf, lynx, and marmot.

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