Herds of Marco Polo sheep recorded in Kyrgyzstan's mountains

Ecology
Herds of Marco Polo sheep recorded in Kyrgyzstan's mountains
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Bishkek, Nov. 9, 2026. /Kabar/. Herds of ibex and Marco Polo sheep have been captured on video in Jeti-Oguz district of Issyk-Kul region. Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision reports.

According to experts, natural increase in the populations of ibex and Marco Polo sheep has been observed in the area, a trend resulting from recent efforts aimed at protecting wild animals and preserving their natural habitats.

The growth of wild animal populations serves as a key indicator of the effectiveness of ongoing initiatives focused on nature conservation, the preservation of biodiversity, and the maintenance of ecological balance.

Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision continuously carries out work within state nature reserves and specially protected natural areas aimed at protecting wild animals from poaching, preserving their habitats, and creating favorable conditions for their reproduction.