Watercolor illustration of Jharal (Hemitragus jemlahicus)

Jharal

Hemitragus jemlahicus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, tundra, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Neotropic and Oceanian realms.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Chinese Ta'eryang
Spanish Tar del Himalaya
German Himalaya-Tahr
Hindi Jharal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Jharal?
The scientific name of Jharal is Hemitragus jemlahicus. It belongs to the genus Hemitragus.
What is the conservation status of Jharal?
Jharal (Hemitragus jemlahicus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Jharal live?
Jharal is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Europe (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Argentina). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Argentina, Belgium, France, Netherlands, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom.
What family does Jharal belong to?
Jharal (Hemitragus jemlahicus) belongs to the genus Hemitragus, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.
What kingdom does Jharal belong to?
Jharal (Hemitragus jemlahicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

Native Range — 7 Countries

Genus Hemitragus — 1 Species

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Jharal
Hemitragus jemlahicus
NT

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