Q. With reference to Golden langur, consider the following statements:
1. In India, they are only found in Assam.
2. It is classified as Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The golden langur, also known as Gee’s golden langur, is endemic to a small region in western Assam, India, and the neighboring foothills of the Black Mountains in Bhutan. The golden langur is known for its striking coat, which ranges from cream to golden. In India, it is primarily found in forest reserves such as Chirang, Manas, and Ripu, and in the western part of Manas National Park. The golden langur is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and Appendix I of CITES. They are facing habitat loss caused by deforestation and the conversion of forests into farmland and human settlements. This habitat loss has been severe in Assam’s Kokrajhar and Bongaigaon districts.
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