The Bhutan takin (Budorcas taxicolor whitei) is a subspecies of Takin native to Bhutan but also found in North Eastern India, Western part of China, and Tibet. Locally known as drong gimtse, it holds the honor of being Bhutan's national animal.

The takin (Budorcas taxicolor; / ˈtɑːkɪn / TAH-kin), also called cattle chamois or gnu goat, [2] is a large species of ungulate of the subfamily Caprinae found in the eastern Himalayas.

2024年10月17日 · The takin is more than just an animal in Bhutan—it is a cultural icon and an embodiment of the country’s values and spiritual beliefs. Its close association with Drukpa Kunley, a symbol of irreverence and spiritual wisdom, underscores Bhutan’s unique approach to Buddhism, which often blends serious religious devotion with humor and folklore.

2018年12月14日 · The Takin (Burdorcas Taxicolor) is the national animal of Bhutan due to its association with Bhutanese religious history and mythology. Legend has it that in the 15th century, a Tibetan saint, Drukpa Kunley well-known as “Divide Madam” created this unique animal. This Bhutan national animal is a muscular animal with strongly developed fur.

2024年5月27日 · “The Bhutan Takin is the national animal of Bhutan!” Summary. The Bhutan takin is one of the four extant subspecies of takin. A member of the ungulate subfamily Caprinae, the Bhutan takin lives throughout Bhutan, northeastern India, Tibet, and parts of China. In Bhutan, takins are revered and feature prominently in folk legends.

Motithang Takin Preserve, located in the Motithang district of Thimphu, Bhutan is a wildlife reserve area for Bhutan takin, the national animal of Bhutan. Originally a mini-zoo, it was converted into a preserve when it was discovered that the animals refrained from inhabiting the surrounding forest even when set free.

The Takin, Bhutan's national animal, is a unique and sturdy mammal distinguished by its thick neck, deep chest, and short, muscular legs. Its broad head features large, curved horns, which can grow up to 12 inches in males.

2022年6月30日 · The Bhutan Takin was identified as the country’s official emblem in 1985 and is protected under Schedule I of Bhutan’s Forests and Nature Conservation Act of 1995. Why exactly did Bhutan pick the Takin as its national symbol?

2018年1月22日 · The takin – which can reach weights up to 770 pounds (350 kg) – is arguably the largest terrestrial mammal that lives in obscurity. While it is the national mammal of Bhutan, you are unlikely to find it in a cartoon, as a sports mascot or in a popular nature documentary. What is a takin? First, a little taxonomy.

2024年9月24日 · Among Bhutan’s many national treasures, one stands out for its mythical origins and striking appearance—the takin (Budorcas taxicolor), the national animal. This rare and remarkable creature, often referred to as a “goat-antelope” due to its unusual blend of features, has deep spiritual significance in Bhutanese folklore and plays an ...