Mountain goats in Seoraksan National Park are rare and protected animals in Korea. They are a Natural Monument and an endangered species. In 2019, long fences were built to stop the spread of African swine fever. However, the fences also blocked goats from reaching food. During the winters of 2023 and 2024, many goats died. Now, the government is removing the fences. Goats are moving more freely again, giving experts hope that the species will slowly recover.
J.K. Park Senior Reporter kids/1768955949/1613368150
1. Who is removing the long fences in the park?
2. What blocked the rare mountain goats from their food?
3. Where do these rare and protected mountain goats live?
1. Why should we protect rare animals in our country?
2. How can we help wild animals find a home?
3. When is the best time for animals to be free?
Mountain goats in Seoraksan National Park are rare and protected animals in Korea. They are a Natural Monument and an endangered species. In 2019, long fences were built to stop the spread of African swine fever. However, the fences also blocked goats from reaching food. During the winters of 2023 and 2024, many goats died. Now, the government is removing the fences. Goats are moving more freely again, giving experts hope that the species will slowly recover.
