Did you know Mountains are Mighty and habitats for Millions of Species

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A mountain is a landform of the earth’s surface that rises high above its surroundings. Mountains are formed due to the movements of tectonic plates of the earth’s crust. Mountains are majestic landforms of nature. They are formed in different ways and are made up of different kinds of rocks and they are different in their sizes and their structures. Mountains are spectacular with beautiful landscapes; they are massive, with steeply sloping sides and rugged surfaces. Some are beautiful low, rolling hills and some have high snow-capped peaks.  

Mountain Range

A mountain range consists of groups of mountains together, and mountain ranges linked together forms the mountain system.  Some mountains have a number of peaks and are joined by ridges.  The canyons separate the ridges through which streams flow. The mighty mountains are majestic in view, found on the land and in oceans too. The tallest mountain Mauna Kea is located on the island of Hawaii; about half of this mountain is underwater. 


Mountain Meadow

Himalayan Mountain

The Himalayas are complex mountain ranges, located along the border of India, China and Nepal. Mount Everest is the Earth's highest peak located in the middle of the mountain range. Mountains reach towards the sky and symbolize eternity. mountains present splendid sights of sunrise and sunsets.

Influence of Mountains on Mankind

Mountains have a great effect on plants, animals and people. They affect climate, vegetation and the migration of people and animals. Mountains have a huge influence on civilization; they change histories and forms barriers for different regions and cultures. Mountains affect climatic conditions and obstruct trading and transportation systems. The rocky terrains, steep slopes of mountains and cold weather make travelling difficult. The main factor for the vegetation on the mountains is the rainfall. They provide a livelihood for millions of people on the planet. Life on mountains are challenging, animals face food scarcity, severe coldness and low oxygen levels. High winds, infertile soil and glaring lights make it difficult for living beings on the mountains, and yet many animals survive living in mountain areas. 

                                                            Mountain Plants

Flora and Fauna in Mountains

The plants and animals are highly adapted for the mountain life that helps them to survive on the mountain terrains and bear the cold winds. Mountains are habitats for millions of species. Man’s activities in the mountains are changing climatic conditions and destructing the ecosystems of mountains. Mountains are very crucial for all the life present, hence it is very important to conserve the biodiversity that exists in its environment. Mountains are beautiful creations on the earth; they present peace and instil courage with their profound structures on the planet.

Mountain Animals


Mountain Animal - elk

Mountain Animals
Some of the animals that live in mountains are moose, mule deer, pronghorn, mountain goat, bighorn sheep, elk, black bear, grey wolf, white-tailed deer, chiru, kiang, Yak,  etc. Mountian animals have thick fur to protect themselves from extreme climatic conditions. They have special hooves that help them to climb the rocky mountains.


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