Indian gaur
Source: Times of India
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Context
- The Indian gaur which is locally extinct for decades has reappeared in the NSTR and indicates possible reintroduction efforts to revive its population.
Details
Key points:
- Recently, locally extinct India Gaur has reappeared in Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve (NSTR), Andhra Pradesh after decades.
- Previous sighting was noted in Amarabad Tiger Reserve, Telangana.
- Agricultural expansion and hunting are primary reasons for extinction.
Indian Gaur
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Habitat |
Tropical dry deciduous forests, grasslands and hill forests. |
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Features |
It weighs around one ton. It falls under the category of Mega herbivore (similar to elephants) |
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Conservation Status |
Listed as Vulnerable by IUCN |
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Threats |
Habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and deforestation. Hunting and poaching. Human-wildlife conflicts. |
Nagarjunasagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve (NSTR)
- Location
- It is located in Nallamala hills, an offshoot of the Eastern Ghats.
- River Krishna flows along the Tiger Reserve.
- Flora
- Southern tropical dry deciduous forests
- Teak, Anogeissus are the key species.
- Fauna
- It is home for various mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians etc.
- Top faunal species include tigers, leopards, wolves, wild dogs and jackals.
- Tribes
- Chenchus are the major tribe in the tiger reserve.
Sources:
Times of India
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Consider the following statements about the Indian Gaur: 1.The Indian Gaur is listed as Endangered by the IUCN. 2.It is a mega herbivore similar to elephants and rhinoceroses. 3.Significant populations of Indian Gaur are found in Karnataka, Telangana and Chhattisgarh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? a) 1 and 2 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2, and 3 Answer: b) |
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