According to the Chinese zodiac, the rare, auspicious and energetic Year of the Fire Horse has been underway since 17 February 2026 – the first time since 1966. It was then that the wild, ancient horse became extinct. Sixty years later, this species – which narrowly escaped extinction – is once again roaming the wild steppes. What a sight!
A good reason to once again focus primarily on the takhi, the flagship species of the Great Gobi B, in the latest issue of the Takhi-Post. Even after 34 years of project work, there is still much to be done, and the tasks and challenges remain manifold. The biodiversity in the protected area never ceases to amaze us: did you know that not only Przewalski’s horses but also Przewalski’s lizards live there? And that it was only recently discovered? Find out more in the species profile.
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