Indian wild ass

Scientific Name

Equus hemionus khur

IUCN Status

Near Threatened (NT)

Lifespan

12 years

Population

4,800

Weight

200-260 kg

Range

Gujarat

Habitat Type

Arid and Semi-arid Grasslands

Threats

Proliferation of the invasive plant Prosopis, juliflora that alters native habitat, roads and infrastructure projects, susceptibility to diseases

Did You Know

One of the fastest Indian mammals, can reach speeds of 70-80 kmph.

Also Known As

Indian onager, ghudkhur, ghor khur, or khur in Gujarati

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First Among Equals: Wild Asses of the Little Rann of Kutch

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