Q. Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Iberian Lynx’:
1.It is endemic to the Western Ghats in India.
2.It is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
3.Of all lynx, the Iberian has the most heavily spotted coat.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The Iberian Lynx is not found in India. It is endemic to the Iberian Peninsula in Spain and Portugal, specifically in the southwestern region.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The Iberian Lynx is classified as “Endangered” on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. It is the world’s most endangered feline species. The Iberian Lynx is known for its distinctive coat, which is typically light brown or gray with numerous dark spots. Compared to other lynx species, the Iberian Lynx has a more heavily spotted coat. This unique feature helps to identify the species and distinguish it from other lynx populations.
Source: The Hindu
