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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Astana, October 23 (Xinhua) — There are approximately 189 snow leopards living in Kazakhstan, more than double the number in the 1990s, Kazinform reported on Thursday, citing the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
According to the agency, in the 1990s, the snow leopard population in the country was at a critical level—approximately 80-100 individuals. Vice Minister of Ecology Nurken Sharbiyev noted that systematic conservation and monitoring measures have enabled a steady increase in the rare predator's population.
"Today, approximately 70 percent of snow leopard habitats are protected. Specially protected natural areas covering a total of 3.6 million hectares have been established," N. Sharbiev said on Thursday.
The Vice Minister added that in order to study and preserve the population, 11 snow leopards were fitted with satellite collars, which allows them to track their movements and improve the protection system.
International Snow Leopard Day is celebrated annually on October 23. This symbol of Central Asia's mountain ecosystems and wildlife is included in the Red Data Book of Kazakhstan.
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