Where do argali sheep graze in the Kunlun Mountains?

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In the Kunlun Mountains, argali sheep (Ovis ammon) graze on the high grasslands located in the more humid western reaches of the mountain range.1

While the broader Kunlun region is characterized by desert or steppe conditions that limit vegetation, these western areas provide the necessary environment for the sheep to thrive. Generally, argali are known for being highly adaptable to extreme habitats, including high elevations and arid conditions, and they are found across a vast range extending from Uzbekistan to the Tibetan Plateau.12