The animals that live on Mount Everest are incredibly diverse. From tiny mammals to giant, wooly beasts, each animal finds a way to protect themselves from the elements.

Some, like the striking Mount Kaputar slug, stand out from the crowd. These slimy critters not only grow up to 8 inches (20 centimeters) long, they also have vibrant, neon-red bodies that are hard ...

Here are twelve of the animals that live on Mount Everest: This post was updated on May 27, 2025 to include new findings of Pallas cats living on Mount Everest. 1.