520 markhor were estimated to be occupying Chitral Gol Wildlife Sanctuary during the first fortnight of January 1979, an increase of 123 animals from the previous year. 159 young ones were recruited to the population, and 36 animals lost to the population, major casualties (32) amongst the young ones. Kid female was 1.03. Medium sized groups (5 to 20) contained most of the population. During August 1978 habitat characteristics were determined for the summer season. Cover conditions were favorable and the food was plentiful for the number of a animals occupying the area.