Question

Which of the following is an endemic species of the Himalayas?

• A. Asiatic Lion
• B. Lion tailed macaque
• C. Red Panda
• D. Tapanuli orangutan

Answer 1

The correct option is C Red Panda

Endemism refers to species being confined to a region and not being found anywhere else. For example, the Lion tailed macaque is endemic to the Western Ghats and the Red Panda is endemic to the Himalayas. Hence option c is correct and option a is incorrect.

Figure : Endemic species

The Tapanuli orangutan is a resident of the islands of Borneo and Sumatra and is on the verge of extinction in the wild. It is being protected in captivity. Hence option d is incorrect.

Figure : Tapanuli orangutan

National parks are areas that are rich in biodiversity and are meant for in situ (on site) conservation of the flora and fauna of that region in their natural habitat. These areas are protected by the government and do not allow any habitat manipulation activities such as forestry, grazing, cultivation, etc.

Gir forest is a national park and wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat, India. Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) are protected here. Hence option b is incorrect.

Figure : Asiatic Lion