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In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?

1. Tamil Nadu

2. Kerala

3. Karnataka

4. Andhra Pradesh

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1. 1, 2 and 3 only
2. 2 only
3. 1, 3 and 4 only
4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Correct Answer - Option 1 : 1, 2 and 3 only

The correct answer is 1,2 and 3 only.

  • As per IUCN red list, the lion-tailed macaque is found in India (Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu).
    • It is endemic to the Western Ghats in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
    • Although the species has a relatively wide range, its area of occupancy is small and severely fragmented.
    • Primarily diurnal arboreal, it prefers the upper canopy of the primary tropical evergreen rainforest.
    • It can also be found in monsoon forests in hilly country and in disturbed forests.
  • Hence option 1 is correct.

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  • Lion-tailed Macaque
    • It is endemic to the Western Ghats in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
    • Although the species has a relatively wide range, its area of occupancy is small and severely fragmented.
    • Primarily diurnal arboreal, it prefers the upper canopy of the primary tropical evergreen rainforest.
    • It can also be found in monsoon forests in hilly country and in disturbed forests.
    • Protected areas:
      • Kudremukh National Park (Karnataka)
      • Periyar National Park (Kerala)
      • Silent Valley National Park (Kerala)
    • Conservation and Protection:
      • IUCN Red List: Endangered.
      • It is listed in Appendix I of CITES.
      • It is protected under Schedule I, Part I, of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972​

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