A herd of Siberian ibexes, a rare species under national protection in China, was spotted running and foraging on snow-covered mountains in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, northwest China.
During a recent snowfall, the animals roamed the rugged terrain, adding vitality to the serene winter landscape.
Typically inhabiting steep slopes at altitudes of 3,500 to 6,000 meters, Siberian ibexes thrive in the alpine landscapes of central and northern Asia and migrate to lower areas as winter approaches.
Siberian Ibexes roam snow-covered mountains in Xinjiang
