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Which wildlife species is endemic to India?
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Correct answer: Nilgiri tahr
The Nilgiri tahr occurs naturally only in India’s southern Western Ghats, especially the Nilgiri region, so it is endemic. The one-horned rhinoceros is also found in Nepal. Exam tip: endemic means naturally restricted to a particular geographical area.
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Nilgiri tahr
Why is this the correct answer?
The Nilgiri tahr occurs naturally only in India’s southern Western Ghats, especially the Nilgiri region, so it is endemic. The one-horned rhinoceros is also found in Nepal. Exam tip: endemic means naturally restricted to a particular geographical area.
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This is a Class 9 Geography question. Chapter: Natural Vegetation and Wildlife. Topic: Wildlife.
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