With reference to Great Indian Bustard, consider the following statements: 1. It is one of the heaviest flying birds, endemic to the Indian subcontinent. 2. It lives in arid and semi-arid grasslands. 3. It is categorized as Critically Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to Great Indian Bustard, consider the following statements:
1.It is one of the heaviest flying birds, endemic to the Indian subcontinent.
2.It lives in arid and semi-arid grasslands.
3.It is categorized as Critically Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. The Great Indian Bustard (Ardeotis nigriceps) is one of the heaviest flying birds, endemic to the Indian subcontinent. It is a large, terrestrial bird that is well-adapted to arid and semi-arid landscapes. It lives in arid and semi-arid grasslands, with a preference for open, dry and uncultivated areas. It is categorized as “Critically Endangered” in the IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) Red List of Threatened Species.

Source: The Times of India

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