Wildlife Observation And Citizen Science In The Gobi
Starts in Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Mongolia is a country with a very diverse but also fragile environment which has been tradionnally protected through environmental local practices and beliefs. Today, Mongolia's nature is challenged by climate change, mining activities and development of linear infrastructures, and increasing livestock size and overgrazing.
I am wildlife biologist and conservationist and I will lead these wildlife observation expeditions in the Gobi Desert, in the study area of my conservation NGO.
During these expeditions, you will gain a clear understanding about the eastern Gobi ecosystem and its wildlife and the challenges to protect this unique ecosystem and its wild species. You will have the privilege to visit an area which is so little visited in Mongolia.
Our NGO practices people-centred conservation and during this journey you will have a chance to : learn more about Gobi wildlife, meet local people such as protected areas' rangers, Buddhist monks, small market gardeners, and nomadic herders who are partners in conservation with our NGO. You will have the opportunity to discuss with them about their involvement in our conservation program and their actions and motivations towards the protection of the Gobi ecosystem.