Name the tree of apline vegetation beyond what altitude it grow in the Himalayas and also name some animal which are found in this altitude

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The main trees of Alpine vegetation are - Silver fir, junipers and pines.

It grows at an altitude of more than 3000 to 3600 metres above sea-level.

Some common animals found at an altitude this high are - Kashmir stag, spotted dear, wild sheep, jack rabbit, Tibetan antelope, yak, snow leopard etc.

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Name the tree of apline vegetation beyond what altitude it grow in the Himalayas and also name some animal which are found in this altitude

The main trees of Alpine vegetation are - Silver fir, junipers and pines. It grows at an altitude of more than 3000 to 3600 metres above sea-level. Some common animals found at an altitude this high are - Kashmir stag, spotted dear, wild sheep, jack rabbit, Tibetan antelope, yak, snow leopard etc.