How do Mongolian nomads traditionally move their livestock across the Gobi Desert?

Mongolian nomads in the Gobi Desert practice a form of pastoral nomadism characterized by cyclical migration to secure pasturage for their livestock. Rather than moving continuously, these groups occupy focal sites for significant portions of the year, migrating their herds several times annually to adapt to the desert's seasonal variations.12

During these migrations, which can span distances of up to 120 miles (190 km) between extreme points, nomads move a variety of animals, including sheep, goats, cattle, and horses. Two-humped Bactrian camels are also kept and are still utilized for transportation in some areas. The nomads traditionally live in portable, felt-covered yurts (or gers), which allow them to maintain their mobile lifestyle while navigating the harsh, climatically extreme environment of the Gobi.231