South Korea offers great wildlife experiences with over 18,000 species to see. Meet the unique fauna of the country in various habitats, such as white-naped cranes or Asiatic black bears – an endangered species. White-naped Crane The most popular and well-known crane in South Korea is a white-naped crane with a white head and red semi-circle around its eyes. The population of these cranes has been steadily increasing as they fly through the Korean Peninsula, often pausing near the DMZ. Asiatic Black Bear The Asiatic black bear or moon bear, due to the white markings on its chest, is mentioned to be endangered in South Korea. Some types are reintroduced at places like the Jirisan National Park as part of the conservation programs meant to help boost their numbers. These magnificent
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