Helanshan montane conifer forests
The Helanshan montane conifer forests ecoregion (WWF ID: PA0508) covers an isolated, forested mountain range surrounded by desert and semi-arid basins. As such, it has been called a "mountain island in the sky", and supports endemic species of plants and animals. The region supports the endangered Helan Shan pika.
| Ecoregion: Helanshan montane conifer forests | |
|---|---|
Valley in Helan Mountains | |
Ecoregion territory (in purple) | |
| Ecology | |
| Realm | Palearctic |
| Biome | temperate coniferous forests |
| Geography | |
| Area | 24,605 km2 (9,500 sq mi) |
| Countries | China |
| Coordinates | 38°54′N 105°58′E |
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