World Network of Biosphere Reserves

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Which forest in Gujarat is the last remaining habitat of the Asiatic lion?

Gir forest

What is the only representative of a variety of crocodile found in the world today?

Gharial

Which region in India is home to a hardy range of animals that survive in extreme cold?

Himalayan region

What type of animal is the yak, found in Ladakh's freezing high altitudes?

<p>Shaggy horned wild ox</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name a bird species found in the forests and wetlands of India.

<p>Peacock</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of animals are important among animals of prey?

<p>Leopards</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its Sundari trees and is included in the world network of biosphere reserves?

<p>Sundarbans</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the biosphere reserve in India that is home to the highest peak in the country, Kangchendzonga.

<p>Kangchendzonga</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which biosphere reserve in India is situated in the state of Tamil Nadu and is known for its marine biodiversity?

<p>Gulf of Mannar</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian biosphere reserve is famous for its great variety of flora and fauna and is recognized by UNESCO?

<p>Nilgiri</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which biosphere reserve in India can you find the Great Indian Bustard, a critically endangered bird species?

<p>Great Nicobar</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Indian biosphere reserve is located in the state of Madhya Pradesh and is known for its rich biodiversity and as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

<p>Pachmarhi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some medicinal plants used by local people in India?

<p>Elephants, one-horned rhinoceroses, wild ass, camels, bison, nilgai, chousingha, gazelle, deer, and monkeys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the type of forest shown in the picture.

<p>Hot wet forests of Assam, Karnataka, and Kerala.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some animals found in the hot wet forests of India?

<p>Elephants, one-horned rhinoceroses, bison, nilgai, chousingha, gazelle, deer, monkeys.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many species of birds are found in India?

<p>Approximately 2,000 species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the world's total bird species are found in India?

<p>13%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was the Wildlife Protection Act implemented in India?

<ol start="1972"> <li></li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

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