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Mammals
Duck - Their Chicks
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Duck - Their Chicks

Mallard - a large duck. Males weigh 1.0-1.3 kg in spring, up to 1.7 kg in autumn. The male has a black head with a greenish sheen, a chestnut-colored breast, and a black tail. Distinctive features include a yellow or yellow-green bill, orange legs, often brownish-orange, and a blue speculum; the female has a pinkish bill with a dark center. The male in summer plumage resembles the female, but has a yellow-green bill. In a flying bird, white stripes on the wings are clearly visible. Takeoff and

17.05.2019, 10:06
Kok-Moynok Waterfall
Waterfalls

Kok-Moynok Waterfall

Kok-Moynok - a beautiful stepped waterfall Chui Region. Located 75 km from Bishkek. Coordinates: lat=42.568841 lon=74.983203 The height of the waterfall is 10-15 meters. Elevation above sea level is 2160 m. The waterfall is located on the Eki-Tyushtyuk stream, a tributary of the Kök-Moynok River, which flows into the Tuyuk River in the Issyk-Ata region. This beautiful stepped waterfall is situated in a picturesque forested gorge 3 km above the forestry checkpoint. There are also three

16.05.2019, 20:44
Black Kite - Kara Aiyry Kuyruk
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Black Kite - Kara Aiyry Kuyruk

Black Kite A medium-sized bird of prey, about 1.5 times larger than a crow, widely distributed. The kite that inhabits our region is called black, but in reality, its plumage is dark brown, with a lighter underside featuring reddish tones. It has a noticeable "notch" on its tail. The overall length is 50–60 cm, weight is 800–1100 g, wing length is 41–51 cm, and wingspan is 140–155 cm. Females are slightly larger than males. The coloration of adult birds (two years and older) on the

16.05.2019, 20:02
Forage Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Forage Plants of Kyrgyzstan

FORAGE PLANTS Forage plants constitute the most numerous and important group of useful plants in Kyrgyzstan, as the main sector of the republic's economy—animal husbandry—primarily relies on natural forage lands, where forage plants are concentrated. More than 630 species of forage plants grow in Kyrgyzstan, accounting for one-fifth of all forage plants in the country. However, not all of them have been accounted for and studied. With a deeper and more thorough study of the flora of

16.05.2019, 18:48
Korostel - Tartar Took
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Korostel - Tartar Took

Corncrake - Crex crex A small bird measuring 22-25 cm in length and weighing about 150 g. It resembles a rail in size and body shape. The plumage on the upper part of the body is light reddish, with dark mottling. The top of the head, primary flight feathers of the wings, and tail feathers are chestnut with dark centers and gray tips. The sides are reddish-ochre with white transverse stripes. The chin and the front of the neck are light gray. The beak is short, strong, and reddish-brown in

29.04.2019, 20:06
Fibrous Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Fibrous Plants of Kyrgyzstan

FIBROUS PLANTS The most valuable fibrous plants in Kyrgyzstan are cultivated species — cotton, flax, kenaf, hemp, and others. As for wild fibrous plants, they are extremely rare in nature and produce fibers of rather low quality. The fibers of wild species are mainly used for weaving baskets, bags, ropes, twine, and burlap. Sometimes they are woven into mats (berdanas), hats, and other household items. Weaving is primarily done by private entrepreneurs. For weaving, reeds, bulrush, and other

29.04.2019, 19:56
Decorative Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Decorative Plants of Kyrgyzstan

DECORATIVE PLANTS The role of decorative plants in nature and human life is well-known. They beautify our squares, gardens, parks, streets, and homes, evoking positive emotions. Decorative plants are widely used for various celebrations. Many of them (fir, pine, juniper, walnut, bird cherry) release phytoncides and help purify the atmosphere of pathogenic bacteria. Plants such as false acacia (Robinia), gleditsia, linden, and others are also excellent honey plants. Decorative trees and shrubs

27.04.2019, 13:49
Field Horse - Ersynar
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Field Horse - Ersynar

Field Grasshopper. Slightly smaller than a sparrow, approximately the size of a forest grasshopper, with a longer beak, somewhat more slender body, and longer legs. Body length is 16–19 cm, wingspan is 26–30 cm, and weight is 18–27 g. It is distinguished from other grasshoppers by its light, uniform coloration and almost complete absence of spots. It moves on the ground by walking or running, sometimes slightly bobbing its tail up and down. A characteristic behavior when inspecting its

25.04.2019, 05:38
Waterfall in Kashka-Suu
Waterfalls

Waterfall in Kashka-Suu

Waterfall in Kashka-Suu on the Ak-Suu River. It is located in the Chuy region of Kyrgyzstan, in the Kashka-Suu gorge, not far from a glacial lake of the same name. The waterfall is on the Ak-Suu River - the upper tributary of Arashan, 35 km from Bishkek. The height of the waterfall is approximately 15 meters, and it is situated at an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level. The waterfall in Kashka-Suu is a very picturesque place. Just below it, in the valley, there is a spruce forest and

25.04.2019, 05:11
Common Nightjar - The Meal in the Demeid
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Common Nightjar - The Meal in the Demeid

Common Nightjar - a nocturnal bird. Its back is brownish-gray, with darker mottling and blackish longitudinal stripes, and a rusty hue. The belly is ochre-brown, with blackish-brown transverse thin stripes. There are two white spots on the throat. On the inner web of the first three primary flight feathers, there is a large white spot, and white tips are also present on the two outer pairs of tail feathers. The common nightjar is a migratory bird. It inhabits the edges of forests, steppes, and

24.04.2019, 21:03
Dye Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Dye Plants of Kyrgyzstan

DYEING PLANTS Many plants in Kyrgyzstan contain dyeing substances. There are more than 80 species of such plants. However, dyeing plants have practically lost their significance today. Synthetic dyes are now used more widely. Only for the production of lipsticks and in confectionery factories are plant-based dyes used. Nevertheless, many residents of Kyrgyzstan still deal with plant-based dyes. Therefore, we will briefly characterize some dyeing plants of the republic below. Common Thistle. An

24.04.2019, 20:44
Resinous Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Resinous Plants of Kyrgyzstan

RESINOUS PLANTS One of the interesting and little-studied groups of useful plants in Kyrgyzstan is the group of resinous plants. “Resinous plants are those plants that are characterized by the presence of resins or balsams in them.” The term “resin” refers to various substances: turpentine (gum resins), rosin, Canadian balsam, amber, sandarac, damar, copal, akaroid, styrax, incense, mastic, gum gut, lactucarium, and others.

20.04.2019, 11:48
Nansen Peak
Mountain peaks

Nansen Peak

Nansen Peak - one of the most outstanding summits located in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. The height of the peak is 5697 meters above sea level. The mountain is situated in the Central Tien Shan, south of the Enelchek Valley. As early as 1902, the German geographer Godfried Merzbacher called this peak the most prominent of the entire mountain range opposite the Tuyuk-Ashu Pass. The scientist noted that the mountain deserved a name befitting its magnificent appearance. A worthy peak was given a

18.04.2019, 22:14
Kobchik – A Falcon Similar to the Red-footed Falcon
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Kobchik – A Falcon Similar to the Red-footed Falcon

Kobchik – a small-sized falcon It resembles a kestrel in its proportions and lifestyle but differs from it with its narrow wings. The body length of the bird ranges from 28 to 33 cm, wing length is 23-35 cm, wingspan is from 65 to 77 cm, and weight is between 130 to 197 g. The beak is short and weak. The male is dark bluish (almost black) with a brick-red underside of the belly, undertail, and "trousers." The female is ochre with a gray back featuring a transverse stripe, wings, and

18.04.2019, 21:56
Insecticidal and Rodenticidal Plants of Kyrgyzstan
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Insecticidal and Rodenticidal Plants of Kyrgyzstan

INSECTICIDAL AND RODENTICIDAL PLANTS “This group includes plants that produce toxins for combating insects and other pests of agricultural crops, parasites of animals and humans, and finally, rodents” (Shalit M. S.). In the flora of Kyrgyzstan, there are many insecticidal and rodenticidal plants. However, they are rarely used for combating insect pests, animal parasites, and rodents, with few exceptions.

17.04.2019, 22:00
Stone Partridge - Keklik
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Stone Partridge - Keklik

Keklik (Rock Partridge) Family Phasianidae. In external appearance and body structure, the keklik closely resembles the common gray partridge but is significantly larger. Its plumage is more vibrant. The overall tone is smoky gray with a bluish-pink hue. A black stripe runs from the forehead through the eyes and around the front of the neck. The beak, the eye-ring, and the legs are bright red. They are characterized by a compact body, short neck, large head with a short curved beak,

17.04.2019, 19:31
Juukuchak Waterfall
Waterfalls

Juukuchak Waterfall

Juu-Kuchak (2220 m). Issyk-Kul Region, Juu-Kuchak Gorge. Located 3 km from the hot spring. The southern shore of Issyk-Kul remains an unexplored mystery of nature for travelers and tourists. No matter which gorges and canyons you visit, you will be enveloped by the feeling of pristine nature in these lands. One of these untouched places is the Juu-Kuchak gorge, located south of the village of Saruu.

17.04.2019, 00:01
Tanning Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Tanning Plants of Kyrgyzstan

TANNING PLANTS Despite the current rapid development of chemistry and the creation of many synthetic substances that replace plant-derived materials, the tanning substances of plants still hold immense significance. This is true not only in the tanning-extractive industry but also in medicine and veterinary science. The demand for tannins in the USSR is high. With more detailed studies of tanning plants, their role does not diminish; on the contrary, it increases.

16.04.2019, 20:39
Peak Manas
Mountain peaks

Peak Manas

Peak Manas - is the highest point of the Talas Ala-Too (4482 m). This bare peak in the western part of the Talas Ala-Too ridge has very steep slopes where snow and ice do not accumulate. The Talas Ala-Too has a narrow rocky shore and its peaks rise above the 4000-meter mark. In the pre-crested zone, there are significant glaciers, and the slopes are heavily intersected by gorges, with powerful ridges branching off from the southern slope — Chatkal, Chandalash, and Pskem. Due to the steep

16.04.2019, 16:41
Kwakwa - a bird of the heron family
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Kwakwa - a bird of the heron family

Kwakva Resembles a bittern, length up to 60 cm. It has a shorter neck compared to other herons and a short but strong and powerful beak. Its legs are also shorter than those of other herons. The male in breeding plumage has a black cap with a greenish sheen and a back of the same color. The wings are gray. The wing length is 26-30 cm. The belly and sides are white. In spring, 2-4 long narrow white feathers grow on the back of the head. The beak is black, and the legs, with long toes, are

16.04.2019, 14:13
Saponin-bearing Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Saponin-bearing Plants of Kyrgyzstan

SAPONIN-CONTAINING PLANTS Among the many useful plants of Kyrgyzstan, there are those that contain saponins. Currently, saponins are widely used in various industries, medicine, and veterinary medicine. The demand for saponins in the USSR is increasing year by year — they are necessary for both domestic needs and foreign trade. Therefore, the identification and study of saponin-containing plants is becoming particularly important at this time.

15.04.2019, 04:00
Karavaika - Ibis
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Karavaika - Ibis

Karavaika - a bird from the ibis family. It measures 48-66 cm in length, weighs 500-580 g, and has a wingspan of 80-95 cm. Adult birds are dark brown with a bronze and green metallic sheen. The bare part of the head is small, dark in color, and bordered by narrow white stripes. The beak, legs, and iris are dark. In autumn and winter, the plumage is duller, with white speckles appearing on the neck, head, and chest. Young birds are brown without sheen, with white streaking on the head and neck

14.04.2019, 19:05
Kara-Archa Waterfall
Waterfalls

Kara-Archa Waterfall

Kara-Archa Waterfall - left tributary of Kegety (Chui region) Coordinates: 42.504977, 75.069273 Height of the waterfall: a cascade of waterfalls, about 10-15m

14.04.2019, 03:00
Peak Komsomolets
Mountain peaks

Peak Komsomolets

Peak Komsomolets - 4170m above sea level Located on the mountain ridge that separates the Aala-Archa Gorge and the Baychekekey Gorge, approximately 7.5 km from the alpine camp. The snowy peak can be seen from some streets in the city of Bishkek. It is almost always covered with snow at any time of the year. This peak has a climbing difficulty category of 1A. Due to the fact that one of the routes to ascend this peak is simple and does not require the use of safety gear, it has become popular

13.04.2019, 05:48
Common Buzzard - Common Buzzard
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Common Buzzard - Common Buzzard

Common Buzzard (Buteo buteo). A predatory bird the size of a buzzard. Body length is 51—57 cm, wingspan is 110—130 cm. Females are generally larger than males. The weight of males is about 600 g, females up to one kg. The wings are quite short. The tail is striped, short, and rounded. The coloration varies greatly, from pale to dark brown. The flight is relatively slow. It spots prey from the air, soaring for long periods, sometimes stopping and "shaking" its wings in place, similar

13.04.2019, 04:07
Essential oil plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Essential oil plants of Kyrgyzstan

ESSENTIAL OIL PLANTS Despite the sharp increase in the production of synthetic fragrant substances widely used in various industries in recent years, natural essential oils have not lost their significance. They are still widely used in perfumery, medicine, food, and flavoring industries. A particularly large amount of natural essential oils is consumed in the production of toothpaste, tooth powder, powder, cologne, perfumes, and other similar products.

12.04.2019, 19:25
Ivolga - Sary Barpy, Sargaldak
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Ivolga - Sary Barpy, Sargaldak

Eurasian Golden Oriole - Family Oriolidae Slightly larger than a starling (body length about 25 cm). The male is bright yellow, with black wings, tail, and a "bridle" — a stripe running from the base of the beak to the eye. There are yellow spots on the sides of the black tail, the beak is red, and the iris is carmine-red. The female and chicks have a yellowish-green upper body and a yellowish-white underside with brown longitudinal streaks. The voice is a beautiful flute-like

11.04.2019, 23:34
Phytocidal Plants of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Phytocidal Plants of Kyrgyzstan

PHYTOCIDAL PLANTS Phytocidal plants are those that release special substances that are harmful to various bacteria, rust and mold fungi, and protozoa. Some phytocides can kill horseflies, flies, ticks, and other insects. A number of phytocides destroy the pathogens of dysentery, typhoid fever, paratyphoid, and others. As is known, the founder and creator of the doctrine of phytocides is the great Russian scientist, Doctor of Biological Sciences, Professor Boris Petrovich Tokin. In his

11.04.2019, 09:28
Kingfisher - Nakatsu
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Fish of Kyrgyzstan

Kingfisher - Nakatsu

The kingfisher is a small, beautiful bird, slightly smaller than a starling. Once you see it, you will never confuse it with any other bird. In Kyrgyzstan, kingfishers are especially common on the Sokuluk River at the point where it merges with the Ak-Suu River, downstream from the village of Belovodskoye. This small bird, with its bright, tropical plumage, immediately attracts attention. It looks like a precious gem. The upper side of its body is dark blue. There is an ochre stripe under the

10.04.2019, 20:11
Peak Djigit
Mountain peaks

Peak Djigit

Peak Djigit - height 5170 meters. It is located in the main watershed ridge of the Terskey Alatau to the east of the peaks Karakol, Slonenok, Festivalnaya, in the Oguz Bashi massif on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. At the confluence of the sources of Kultan, a magnificent panorama of the Terskey Alatau opens up.

10.04.2019, 19:06
Zimnyak - Oroy-butted Buzzard
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Zimnyak - Oroy-butted Buzzard

Winter Hawk - a bird of the Accipitridae family It resembles a buzzard in build, but is somewhat larger, with longer wings and a longer tail. The predominant coloration on the underside is pale buff, very light. A characteristic element of the wing's underside coloration is small mottling on the wing coverts, a large dark brown spot at the bend of the wing, and dark tips on the primaries, forming a wide border along the trailing edge of the wing; there are also 2-4 narrow stripes on the

09.04.2019, 19:04
Honey plants and pollen carriers of the deserts, semi-deserts, and steppes of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Honey plants and pollen carriers of the deserts, semi-deserts, and steppes of Kyrgyzstan

Honey Plants and Pollen Sources of Deserts, Semi-Deserts, and Steppes In the zone of deserts, semi-deserts, and steppes, there are also many honey and pollen plants. However, the main ones are: psoralea, camel thorn, eremurus, Dzhungarian clematis, ziziphora, peacock poppy, silver chingil, Alatau saffron, Kolpakovsky iris, and sickle-leaved alfalfa, St. John's wort. Psoralea, known in Kyrgyz as akkurai, from the Legume family. It is often found in deserts, semi-deserts, and dry steppes,

09.04.2019, 18:47
Honey Plants of the Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets of Kyrgyzstan. Part 2
Flora

Honey Plants of the Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets of Kyrgyzstan. Part 2

Honey Plants of the Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets Shrubs play a significant role, especially rose hips, caragana, meadowsweet, honeysuckle, barberry, sea buckthorn, and others, as well as tree species such as rowan, bird cherry, hawthorn, and birch. Common Sage, from the Lamiaceae family. Commonly found in southern Kyrgyzstan, especially in the nut-fruit forest belt on meadow-steppe slopes. In some places, it forms dense thickets, making up more than 50% of the herbaceous layer. A

06.04.2019, 11:32
Bir-Bulak Waterfall
Waterfalls

Bir-Bulak Waterfall

Waterfall - Birbulak (Raspberry). It is located in the Chui region, 20 km from Bishkek, behind the village of Tash-Dobo (formerly Vorontsovka), about 30 minutes by car from the city. You can climb the rocks and visit the waterfall. The height of the waterfall is 10-12 m. The elevation above sea level is 2030 m. From the "Kyrgyzstan" sanatorium to the waterfall is 7-8 km.

06.04.2019, 10:39
Gray Crane - Karkyra Boz
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Gray Crane - Karkyra Boz

Gray Crane. A large bird, about 115 cm tall, with a wingspan of 180—200 cm; the male weighs up to 6 kg, and the female up to 5 kg 900 g. The plumage of most of the body is bluish-gray, which allows the bird to camouflage itself from enemies in wooded areas. The back and undertail are somewhat darker, while the wings and belly are lighter. The tips of the wings are black. The front of the head, chin, upper neck, and nape are black or dark gray.

06.04.2019, 10:17
Peak Semenova-Tian-Shanskogo
Mountain peaks

Peak Semenova-Tian-Shanskogo

Peak of Semenov-Tian-Shansky — a mountain peak in the Central Tian Shan in Kyrgyzstan. The highest point of the Saryjaz ridge (5816 m). It rises above the valley with the North Inylchek glacier. The peak was named after Pyotr Petrovich Semenov, who explored the Central Tian Shan in 1857.

06.04.2019, 10:05
Ruddy-tailed Shrike — Borbash
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Ruddy-tailed Shrike — Borbash

Ruddy-tailed Shrike - a representative of the shrike family Slightly larger than a sparrow (about 20 cm long, weighing around 30 g). The plumage is dominated by reddish and light tones. The shrike has a distinctive black stripe along its eyes; by the way, the eyes themselves are also dark, with the iris blending into the sclera. The beak is medium-sized, slightly curved, which is characteristic of all predators. The beak color is dark gray. Males are brighter than females. The ruddy-tailed

04.04.2019, 19:53
Honey Plants of the Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets of Kyrgyzstan. Part 1
Flora

Honey Plants of the Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets of Kyrgyzstan. Part 1

Honey Plants of Forests, Meadows, and Shrub Thickets The honey flora in the forests, meadows, and among the shrubs is particularly rich and diverse. Among them, wild fruit and berry plants play a significant role as honey plants: wild apple, pear, plum, cherry, currant, raspberry, almond, and others. These plants have a large share in the zone of nut-bearing forests, where they are mainly distributed. Additionally, the forest zone is rich in meadow honey plants, which include: oregano,

04.04.2019, 14:30
Decorative Honey Plants and Pollen Plants of Kyrgyzstan.
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Decorative Honey Plants and Pollen Plants of Kyrgyzstan.

Decorative Honey Plants and Perganos Among the tree plantations in the agricultural zone, there are many honey plants and pergano plants. The most valuable are: white "false acacia," linden, gleditsia, yellow "acacia," elm, poplar, willow, maple, walnut, and others. Robinia pseudoacacia, from the Fabaceae family. It is cultivated in street plantings in cities and towns of Kyrgyzstan, as well as along roads, in forest protective strips, in groves, parks, gardens, and

04.04.2019, 14:24
Lark Crested - Whale of Trade
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Lark Crested - Whale of Trade

Crested Lark. Slightly larger than a sparrow. It differs from other species of larks by the elongated feathers in the middle part of the crown, forming a pointed crest. The beak is quite long (about 17—20 mm) and more slender than that of the field lark, slightly curved; the nostrils are covered with feathers. The first primary feather is very short, not reaching the end of the coverts. The wing is formed by the 2nd to 5th primary feathers (the first is abortive). The tail is slightly notched.

03.04.2019, 09:21
Derbnik - Merlin
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Derbnik - Merlin

Derbnik. A small stocky falcon with relatively short pointed wings and a long tail. The body length is 24—32 cm, and the wingspan is 53—73 cm. Females are on average one third larger than males—their weight ranges from 160—311 g, while males weigh only 125—235 g. The coloration also differs. Males have a bluish back with a purple or brown tint, and their head, nape, and shoulders are adorned with black longitudinal streaks. The belly ranges from beige to reddish with longitudinal streaks of

02.04.2019, 23:01
Guttapercha Plants of Kyrgyzstan
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Guttapercha Plants of Kyrgyzstan

GUTTA-PERCHA PLANTS As is known, gutta-percha, or gutta, is the milky sap of gutta-percha plants. It easily coagulates in the air and turns into soft, raw gutta-percha. Gutta-percha is widely used in various industries. Gutta is a substance that is similar in its technical properties to rubber. However, it also possesses extraordinary plasticity. When heated to 90°C, it becomes so pliable that it can be molded into any shape, which, upon cooling, does not deform and retains its qualities.

02.04.2019, 07:33
Ringed Dove - Tizilgen Baktek
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

Ringed Dove - Tizilgen Baktek

Ringed Dove Smaller and much slimmer than the blue dove, approximately the size of a common dove. The upper body and folded wings are sand-colored, the head and chest are grayish-red with a pleasant pink hue. It differs from the common and large doves by the absence of dark mottling on the back and wing coverts; the upper side is uniform, the underwing is light; there is an elegant narrow black semicircle on the back of the neck with a white edging. The white color on the tail occupies about

31.03.2019, 14:31
Tributaries of the Main Rivers of Kyrgyzstan
Rivers

Tributaries of the Main Rivers of Kyrgyzstan

River Tributaries The existence of powerful glacial nodes, large areas occupied by snowfields, and groundwater outflows in the Tien Shan and Alai mountains leads to the formation of a dense and branched hydrographic network. All major rivers of Kyrgyzstan originate high in the mountains near glaciers and snowfields. The water flow of the rivers is related to the absolute basins, their degree of glaciation, and the area of snowfields that feed the rivers. In the lower reaches, due to intense

31.03.2019, 14:19
Waterfall Kara-Chyn
Waterfalls

Waterfall Kara-Chyn

Waterfall in the Grigorievsky Gorge Kara-Chyn Waterfall (at least, that's how local kumys healers refer to it). It is located on the right side of the Grigorievsky Gorge, directly behind the second lake. There is no information about this natural beauty anywhere. It has 3 cascades, with a total height of approximately 60 m, and the height of the lower cascade is 15 m.

31.03.2019, 14:05
Peak Free Korea
Mountain peaks

Peak Free Korea

Peak Free Korea - located on the Ak-Sai ridge within the Ala-Archa National Park. In the past, one of the most famous peaks of the former Soviet Union. Until the discovery of peaks 4810 (p. Odessa) in Karavshin and p. Ak-Su in the late 1980s, Korea, along with the Caucasian peaks Ushba and Chatyn, were considered the most difficult and prestigious technical peaks. The most routes marked with gold medals at Union championships were completed on them. Peak Free Korea is located in the Tian Shan

31.03.2019, 13:56
The title translates to "Large Dove - Chon Baktek."
Fauna of Kyrgyzstan / Birds of Kyrgyzstan

The title translates to "Large Dove - Chon Baktek."

Large Turtle Dove. The total body length is 340–345 mm, and the wingspan is 590–600 mm. The head is dark gray, the back of the head, neck, and front of the back are gray-brown, sometimes with a pinkish-wine tint. The throat and chin are creamy-white. There are black feathers with bluish edges on the sides of the neck. The crop, chest, and front part of the belly are pinkish-wine in color with an ochre tint. The rest of the belly and the undertail are white. The tail is dark gray with a white

30.03.2019, 19:37
Honey-bearing fruit trees and berry shrubs of Kyrgyzstan
Flora

Honey-bearing fruit trees and berry shrubs of Kyrgyzstan

Honey-bearing Fruit Trees and Berry Bushes Fruit trees and berry bushes hold special value among honey-bearing plants in the agricultural zone. Particularly — apple, pear, cherry, almond, raspberry, and others. Domestic Apple, in Kyrgyz: alma, from the Rosaceae family. A tree with oval-egg-shaped leaves. Flowers are pink or white. Blooms from late April to June. Produces nectar and pollen. Widely cultivated in the agricultural zone across all regions of Kyrgyzstan, except for high mountains.

29.03.2019, 20:47