Wildlife of Lesotho
Nowadays, Wildlife of Lesotho has become a topic of great relevance in our society. Whether due to its impact on people's daily lives, its influence in the economic, political or social sphere, or its relevance in the historical context, Wildlife of Lesotho has captured the attention and interest of millions of people around the world. In this article, we will explore the different aspects related to Wildlife of Lesotho, from its origins to its current evolution, including its impact on different areas of human life. Furthermore, we will analyze the future prospects of Wildlife of Lesotho and the possible implications it has for the future of society.
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The wildlife of Lesotho is composed of its flora and fauna. Lesotho has 60 species of mammals and 339 species of birds.
Fauna
Mammals
Birds
Reptiles
Flora
Grass is the natural vegetation in Lesotho. The high plateau is covered with montane or subalpine grassland. Red oat grass forms a dry carpet in much of the Drakensberg foothill region.
References
Sources
- Kovtunovich, V. & Ustjuzhanin, P. 2011. On the fauna of the plume moths (Lepidoptera: Pterophoridae) of Lesotho. African Invertebrates 52 (1): 167-175.
- "The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species: Mammals of Lesotho". IUCN. 2001. Retrieved 22 May 2007.
- "Mammal Species of the World". Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. 2005. Archived from the original on 27 April 2007. Retrieved 22 May 2007.
- "Animal Diversity Web". University of Michigan Museum of Zoology. 1995–2006. Retrieved 22 May 2007.
- Lepage, Denis. "Checklist of birds of Lesotho". Bird Checklists of the World. Avibase. Retrieved 27 April 2007.
- Clements, James F. (2000). Birds of the World: a Checklist. Cornell University Press. p. 880. ISBN 0-934797-16-1.
External links
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