Menzbir Marmot<i> (Marmota menzbieri) </i>Population Investigation History and Current Status in Karjantau Range
The detailed analysis of literature cited about population of the Menzbir marmot ( Marmota menzbieri ) in Karjantau range has been carried out. Treatment of Groundhog of Menzbir led to the re-evaluation of the total population in the north-eastern part of the range Karzhantau. Danae area is located between the lake and creek Susingen Ushkorasay from the west and the river Sary-Aygyr from the east. According to surveys, over an area of 130 hectares is home to 65 families (approximately 273 individuals). Obtained data may serve as starting parameters for forecasting number of Menzbir Marmot in existing natural habitats.