We have recently discovered that mining interests in Mongolia’s South Gobi could threaten the snow leopards we are studying. There are 92 mining permits now covering nearly all of the South Gobi’s Tost Mountains. This area is home to Aztai, Tsagaan, Supermom and dozens of other snow leopards we have come to know over the last year through our long-term study. Currently these permits are issued for exploration, however some have already gone to the exploitation (extraction) phase.
Your help is critical: right now we have the chance to stop more mining permits from entering this destructive extraction phase. Please donate directly to our efforts in Mongolia!
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I found this article to be highly informative and well-written. The author effectively conveyed the potential dangers of mining permits in Mongolia’s South Gobi to both the local snow leopard habitat and the surrounding communities. The use of specific examples, such as the Aztai, Tsagaan, and Supermom snow leopards, added a personal touch and emphasized the importance of protecting these endangered animals. The call to action at the end of the article was also impactful, urging readers to directly contribute to the efforts to prevent further mining permits from entering the exploitation phase. Overall, this article was really great in raising awareness about a critical issue facing South Gobi and its inhabitants.