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The Western Ghats has come under the “Hotspot” category because of
The Western Ghats has come under the “Hotspot” category because of
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The correct option is D High endemism
Several species found in the Western Ghats in India are endemic to the region. These species are found nowhere else in the world and thus, any threat to their habitat could cause their extinction. Due to this reason, the Western Ghats has been identified as one of the Biodiversity Hotspots in the world.
High endemism
Several species found in the Western Ghats in India are endemic to the region. These species are found nowhere else in the world and thus, any threat to their habitat could cause their extinction. Due to this reason, the Western Ghats has been identified as one of the Biodiversity Hotspots in the world.
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