Baltal Thajwas Wildlife Sanctuary
Jammu and Kashmir, India
Baltal Thajwas Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Situated in the Zanskar range near Sonamarg, the sanctuary spans approximately 210 km² and ranges in altitude from 3,015 to 5,466 meters. The terrain features rugged cliffs, alpine meadows, and the prominent Thajwas Glacier. The sanctuary forms a wildlife corridor connecting with Dachigam National Park and Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary. It supports endangered fauna, the Himalayan Musk Deer, Snow Leopard, and Himalayan Brown Bear.
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