Wildlife of Turkey
Overview of the wildlife of the Republic of Turkey / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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This article is an overview of the biodiversity of Turkey including animals, plants, fungi and human influence on the ecosystems. For more details of animals see Fauna of Turkey and for more details of plants see Flora of Turkey.
The wildlife of Turkey is abundant and diverse. Turkey is a large country with many geographic and climatic regions and a great diversity of plants and animals, each suited to its own particular habitat. About 1,500 species of vertebrates and 19,000 species of invertebrates have been recorded in the country. Some of the world's staple crops were first cultivated in this area and many of their wild relatives are still found here. The country acts as a crossroads for many birds during migration, connecting Europe, Asia, and the Near East.