Q. With reference to Tasmanian Tiger, consider the following statements;
1.It is listed as Critically Endangered under IUCN Red List.
2.It was the only animal in the Thylacinidae family to survive in modern times.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] .2 only

[C] .Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect: It was considered Extinct. The last Tasmanian tiger died at Hobart Zoo in 1936.

Statement 2 is correct: It was the only animal in the Thylacinidae family to survive in modern times.

Source: Indian Express

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