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mongolian taimen

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  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    mongolian taimen, siberian salmon, taimen, siberian taimen

  • Regions

    MongoliaChinaKazakhstan

  • Population

    The population of taimen is estimated to be declining, with current numbers in the wild around 10,000 individuals.

  • Habitat

    Taimen inhabit cold, clear rivers and lakes with rocky bottoms and strong currents.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    100, and 30

Regions

Mongolia, China, Kazakhstan

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    • Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
    • What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
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