National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
european marbled polecat, marbled polecat
Regions
AzerbaijanLebanonIsrael
Population
Approximately 10,000 individuals
Habitat
Dry and arid landscapes with sparse vegetation and sandy soils.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
1-2 lbs. and 3-5 years
Regions
Azerbaijan, Lebanon, Israel, Bulgaria, Mongolia, Egypt, Greece, Iraq, China, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Turkey, Romania, Pakistan, Ukraine, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, North Macedonia, Iran, Montenegro
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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