Miandasht Wildlife Refuge
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Miandasht Wildlife Refuge is a reserve in northeastern Iran. It comprises 844 square kilometres of semi desert and shrub land and is home to the endangered Asiatic cheetah. ()
North Khorasan
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Wildlife
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Asiatic cheetah
The Asiatic cheetah, also known as the Iranian or Persian cheetah, is teetering on the brink of extinction, with fewer than 50 individuals remaining, all confined to Iran. Once, these magnificent creatures roamed the Arabian Peninsula, the Near East, the Caspian...
Mammals
Red fox
The red fox, the largest member of the true fox family, inhabits the Northern Hemisphere, including regions in North America, Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa. This versatile animal thrives in a variety of environments and maintains a diverse diet.
Mammals
Golden eagle
The golden eagle, a majestic bird of prey revered across the Northern Hemisphere, belongs to the Accipitridae family. These eagles are easily identified by their dark brown feathers accented with striking golden-brown patches on their necks.
Birds
Striped Hyaena
The striped hyena, a captivating creature, inhabits North and East Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. Regrettably, it is classified as near-threatened by the IUCN due to a diminishing population, primarily driven by habitat loss...
Mammals
Caracal
The caracal is a captivating medium-sized wild cat native to Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and India. Distinguished by its muscular build, long legs, and unique tufted ears, this feline is further set apart by its reddish-tan or sandy coat with lighter...
Mammals
North Khorasan