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Shey-Phoksundo National Park
was established in 1984. It is the largest park
in Nepal, and has the area of 3,555 sq. km. It
is situated in the mountainous region of western
Nepal. This park is roughly divided into
Himalayan range and the riverine valley. The
Himalayan region has near-desert type vegetation
while the river valley has forests of blue pine,
spruce and poplar. The park is a prime habitat
for snow leopard and blue sheep. Other animals
include the black bear, Himalayan weasel, langur
and tahr. Birds include the Impeyan pheasant,
blood pheasant, and jungle crow and snow
partridge. |
