Mammal
Asian Elephant
The smaller cousin of Africa's giant
Animals in Nepal
Nepal spans snow leopards and red pandas in the Himalaya to rhinos and tigers in the Terai lowlands.
12 species in our guide are native to Nepal.
Animal profiles linked to Nepal
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Mammal
Clouded Leopard
The tree-climbing cat of Asian rainforests
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Mammal
Indian Rhinoceros
The armour-plated one-horned giant
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Mammal
Red Panda
The fiery-furred resident of the Himalayas
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Mammal
Eurasian Lynx
The tufted forest hunter of Europe and Asia
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Mammal
Sloth Bear
India's shaggy insect-eating bear
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Mammal
Snow Leopard
The elusive ghost of the mountains
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Mammal
Water Buffalo
The wallowing bovine of Asia
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Mammal
Blackbuck
Spirally horned antelope of the Indian plains
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Mammal
Nilgai
Largest Asian antelope, also called blue bull
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Reptile
Gharial
The fish-eating crocodilian with a long, narrow snout
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Mammal
Yak
The shaggy ox of the high Himalayas
FAQs about animals in Nepal
What animals are native to Nepal?
Nepal is home to 12 species in our guide, including Asian Elephant, Clouded Leopard, Indian Rhinoceros, Red Panda, Eurasian Lynx, and more. Each profile covers habitat, diet, and conservation status.
Where can I learn about wildlife in Nepal?
Browse the species below for answer-first guides with range maps, FAQs, and comparison pages. For broader context, see our Animals of Asia region page.
Are any animals in Nepal endangered?
Several species native to Nepal are listed as Vulnerable, Endangered, or Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Check individual profiles for current status and how to help.