Top 5 unique animal species in near kedarnath 

The Kedarnath valley is a sanctuary that is home to a variety of animals. Here are Top 5 unique animal species in near Kedarnath

 Red Fox

It is a native to the Himalayan region.They have a reddish-brown coat with white underparts and a distinctive white-tipped tail.Well-adapted to harsh Himalayan conditions with thick fur and keen senses.

The Himalayan Black Bear 

It is a subspecies of the Asiatic Black Bear found in the Himalayas. It is an omnivorous species known to be solitary animals, except during mating season or when raising cubs. 

Yellow-throated Marten (Martes flavigula)

A medium-sized carnivore in the weasel family, native to the Himalayas, Southeast, and East Asia.Known for their distinctive yellow throat patch, dark brown to black fur, and long tail. It is a good climber that lives all around  the landscape ,  home in trees and on the ground.

Himalayan Musk deer

Small, stocky deer with coarse, grey-brown fur, which helps them blend into the rocky terrain. They have a white patch on their underbelly. They do not have antlers, a unique trait among deer

Indian Boar 

It is distinguished by its larger mane running along its back, a larger and more sharply featured skull, smaller ears, and a lighter build compared to the European Wild Boar.

The indian jackal

The golden jackal, or Indian jackal, is classified as a medium-sized canid and an opportunistic omnivore. It’s known for its adaptability and plays an ecological role in maintaining biodiversity. As an opportunistic feeder, it consumes a wide variety of foods including small prey like rodents, birds, insects, reptiles, and also scavenges on carrion, including kills left by tigers and leopards.