Landscapes of Dauria
Overview
Shared between Mongolia and the Russian Federation, this site is an outstanding example of the Daurian Steppe eco-region, which extends from eastern Mongolia into Russian Siberia and northeastern China. Cyclical climate changes, with distinct dry and wet periods lead to a wide diversity of species and ecosystems of global significance. The different types of steppe ecosystems represented, such as grassland and forest, as well as lakes and wetlands serve as habitats for rare species of fauna, such as the White-naped crane, Great Bustard, Relict Gull and Swan goose, as well as millions of vulnerable, endangered or threatened migratory birds. It is also a critical site on the transboundary migration path for the Mongolian gazelle.
About Landscapes of Dauria
The Landscapes of Dauria is a World Heritage Site shared between Russia and Mongolia, part of the "Daurian forest steppe" ecoregion. It is part of the Dauria International Protected Area and includes the Torey Lakes.
Read more on WikipediaSelection Criteria
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Components(4 locations)
- •Ugtam Nature refuge1448rev-004
- •Chuh-Nuur Lake cluster1448rev-003
- •Forest steppe part of Daursky SNBR1448rev-001
- •Daursky SNBR and Valley of Dzeren Nature Refuge1448rev-002
Details
- Countries
- Mongolia, Russian Federation
- ISO Codes
- MN, RU
- Area
- 912,624 ha
- Transboundary
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 49.9302, 115.4254
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