An Update on Status and Conservation of the Przewalski’s Horse (<i>Equus ferus przewalskii</i>): Captive Breeding and Reintroduction Projects

Abstract

This review summarizes studies on Przewalski’s horse since its extinction in the wild in the 1960s, with a focus on the reintroduction projects in Mongolia and China, with current population status. Historical and present distribution, population trends, ecology and habitats, genetics, behaviors, conservation measures, actual and potential threats are also reviewed. Captive breeding and reintroduction projects have already been implemented, but many others are still under considerations. The review may help to understand the complexity of problem and show the directions for effective practice in the future.

Keywords

• Przewalski’s horse
• extinct
• captive breeding
• reintroduction
• interaction
• conservation