Chitral National Park facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chitral National Park |
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IUCN Category II (National Park)
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 Chitral National Park
Location in Pakistan
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| Location | Chitral, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa |
| Area | 7750 hectares hectares |
| Established | 1984 |
| Governing body | Wildlife and Parks Department of Government of Pakistan |
Chitral National Park is a special protected area in Pakistan. It's found in the Chitral District, in the Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa province. The park sits right next to the Chitral River. It's about a two-hour drive from Chitral town. People also call this amazing place Chitral Gol National Park.
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Exploring Chitral National Park
Getting to Chitral National Park can be an adventure! The path leading there is quite narrow. It can be tricky, especially when it rains.
The park is located high up in the mountains. It ranges from about 1,450 metres to 5,000 metres above sea level. This huge park covers an area of 7,750 hectares. That's a lot of space for nature to thrive!
Animals and Plants of the Park
Chitral National Park is made up of three beautiful valleys. You can also find several glaciers here. These glaciers melt and form many springs. These springs then create an 18 kilometre long stream.
The park is full of different kinds of trees. You'll see many cedar trees growing tall. This park is also a safe home for many different animals. It has a rich biodiversity.
Meet the Markhor
One of the most special animals here is the markhor. This is a type of wild goat. It is an endangered species, meaning it's very rare. The park is home to a specific kind called the astor markhor.
In the 1980s, the number of markhor in the park dropped. But even with fewer numbers, Chitral National Park still has the largest group of astor markhor in the world!
Other Amazing Animals
You might also spot other cool animals in the park. These include the siberian ibex and the ladakh urial. There are also a few asian black bears.
The snow leopard doesn't live here all the time. But sometimes, people see them passing through. Other animals you can find are the Tibetan wolf, red fox, and yellow-throated marten. You might even see a Himalayan otter near the water.
Birds in the Sky
The park is also a great place for bird watching. Many different birds fly over the park. Some common ones include the bearded vulture and the Himalayan vulture. You can also see the majestic golden eagle.
Other birds like the demoiselle crane and peregrine falcon are also present. If you look closely, you might spot the Himalayan snowcock, Himalayan monal, snow partridge, and rock partridge.
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Chitral Gol National Park
See also
In Spanish: Parque nacional de Chitral Gol para niños
