Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve, Protected natural area in eastern Mongolia.
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve is a protected area in Mongolia that combines grasslands, mountains, rivers, lakes, and wetlands into one large landscape. Five distinct ecosystems create diverse habitats for numerous animal and plant species.
The reserve was created in 2003 as a protection zone for endangered species and their habitats in Mongolia. This decision marked the start of systematic efforts to safeguard the country's important ecosystems.
Herders still move their livestock across these grasslands today, demonstrating how people and nature have coexisted for generations. Visitors can witness this traditional way of life directly while walking through the reserve.
The best time to visit is from May through September, when the weather is mild and wildlife is most active. Guided tours through different zones help visitors understand the various habitats and their inhabitants.
The Tsengiin Burd wetlands within the reserve attract rare cranes during migration, including endangered Siberian cranes and white-naped cranes. This wetland is a globally important stopover site for these bird species on their long journeys.
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