Question: In wildlife conservation which one among the following best defines an ’endemic species'?
Options:
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
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Answer:
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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