Asian Golden Cat Spotted at Record Altitude in Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon

Asian Golden Cat Spotted at Record Altitude in Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon

In a remarkable discovery, researchers have captured footage of an Asian golden cat at a staggering altitude of 4,415 meters in the Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon. This marks the highest altitude at which this elusive feline species has been recorded, expanding our understanding of its habitat range.

“In the infrared camera monitoring image, an adult Asian golden cat is constantly looking around, and then slowly walks past the camera,” said Zhao Xiang, director of the Shan Shui Conservation Center. The footage provides rare insights into the behavior of the species in such high-altitude environments.

The Asian golden cat, a first-class protected animal in China, is listed as an endangered species on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. Known for its elusive nature, this medium-sized feline weighs around two to three times that of a domestic cat. The new altitude record suggests that the species may be more adaptable to varied environments than previously thought.

The Yarlung Zangbo Grand Canyon, renowned for its rich biodiversity, continues to be a vital region for wildlife conservation. Discoveries like this highlight the importance of continued research and protection efforts in these ecologically significant areas.

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