UPSC Geography Soil Question Bank Soil, Natural Vegetation, Wildlife and Agriculture of India

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    In wildlife conservation which one among the following best defines an 'endemic species'?

    A) When the critical number of a species declines in a forest due to parasitic attack

    B) A species which is cosmopolitan and can be commonly found in biosphere

    C) An endangered species which is found in a few restricted areas on the Earth

    D) A species confined to a particular region and not found anywhere else

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    An endemic species is one whose habitat is restricted to a particular area. The term could refer to an animal, a plant, a fungus, or even a microorganism. Some of the endemic species in India are Grey- headed Bulbul, Malabar Lark, Nilgiri Flycatcher and Grey Jungle fowl etc.


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