Himalayan Wolf Classified as 'Vulnerable' on IUCN Red List
Recently, the elusive Himalayan Wolf (Canis lupus ssp. chanco), a significant lupine predator inhabiting the Himalayas, has undergone its inaugural assessment on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)'s Red List, revealing a disconcerting status.
Key Points
- Vulnerable Classification: The Himalayan Wolf, Canis lupus ssp. chanco, is officially categorized as 'Vulnerable' on the IUCN Red List, marking its first-ever assessment conducted on June 27, 2023.
- Population Size Estimate: The classification is based on a population size estimate ranging from 2,275 to 3,792 mature individuals, acknowledging uncertainties in this calculation.
- Geographical Concentration: All individuals are concentrated in a single subpopulation spanning the ....
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