By Jasreet Kaur03, Jun 2024 05:30 PMjagranjosh.com
Endemic Species
India has many unique animals and plants found nowhere else. These special species are important for the environment. Check out endemic species in India.
Lion-tailed Macaque
Small monkey with a silver mane, expressive face, lives in rainforests, very rare and endangered, found in Western Ghats.
Nilgiri Tahr
Wild goat with curved horns, strong body, lives in high mountains, endangered due to habitat loss, found in Nilgiri Hills.
Indian Peacock Softshell Turtle
Turtle with shell like peacock feathers, lives in freshwater, endangered because of pollution and habitat loss, found in rivers.
Andaman Wood Pigeon
Pigeon with unique colors, found only in Andaman Islands, vulnerable due to deforestation and habitat destruction.
Kashmir Stag (Hangul)
Deer with reddish coat, majestic antlers, critically endangered due to poaching and habitat loss, found in Dachigam National Park.
Malabar Civet
Nocturnal animal with black and white stripes, long body, very rare, critically endangered due to habitat loss, found in Western Ghats.