Motithang Takin Preserve

Motithang Takin Preserve
Takins in Motithang Takin Preserve
Location in BhutanProtected areas in Bhutan
LocationThimphu, Bhutan
Coordinates27°28′54″N 89°36′40″E / 27.48167°N 89.61111°E / 27.48167; 89.61111
Area.034 km2 (0.013 sq mi)

Royal 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 reason for declaring takin as a national animal of Bhutan on 25 November 2005 (Budorcas taxicolor) is attributed to a legend of the animal’s creation in Bhutan in the 15th century by Lama Drukpa Kunley.

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