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09 October, 2025
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A rare sighting of a Himalayan Brown Bear, reportedly with its family, has sparked excitement in the Nelong and Jadung Valleys of Gangotri National Park, Uttarakhand. This sighting has generated significant interest among wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists alike, as the Himalayan Brown Bear is a critically endangered species.
The Himalayan Brown Bear is the largest mammal found in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas and one of the most ancient brown bear lineages.
Himalayan Red Bear
Isabelline Bear
Known as Denmo in the Ladakhi language.
It is believed by some that the bear’s ability to walk upright probably gave rise to the legend of the Yeti, or “Abominable Snowman.”
These bears are found in the northwestern and central Himalayas, including regions in Pakistan, India, Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan.
They inhabit areas above the timberline, between 3,000 and 5,500 meters (9,800 to 18,000 feet) above sea level.
In India, they exist in small isolated populations across Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand.
Size:
Males are larger than females, with an average length of 1.9 meters and a weight of 135 kg.
Females average around 1.6 meters in length and weigh around 70 kg.
Fur Color:
They typically have thick fur, often sandy or reddish-brown in color.
Diet:
Omnivorous, eating a variety of plants (grasses, roots, and bulbs), insects, and small mammals such as marmots, pikas, and voles.
Hibernation:
Himalayan brown bears hibernate in dens during the winter months.
Behavior:
They are solitary animals, generally interacting only for mating or in conflict over mates. The only exception is a mother with her cubs.
Lifespan:
They typically live between 20 to 30 years in the wild.
IUCN Red List: Critically Endangered.
Wildlife Protection Act of 1972: Schedule I (highest level of protection in India).
CITES: Appendix I (trade of these species is prohibited).
The sighting of a family of Himalayan Brown Bears in the Gangotri National Park is significant for a few reasons:
Rare Occurrence: The species has a limited population in India, and sightings are rare due to their solitary nature and high-altitude habitats.
Conservation Awareness: It highlights the importance of conservation efforts for this critically endangered species. The sighting could help raise awareness about the need to protect their habitat and mitigate threats such as poaching and habitat destruction.
Source: PIB
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