Q. With reference to Irrawaddy dolphins, consider the following statements::
1.They are ‘Critically Endangered’ as per the IUCN Red List.
2.Dolphin distribution in Chilika is considered to be the highest single lagoon population.
Which of the statement given above is/are incorrect:
Answer: A
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect: They are ‘Endangered’ as per the IUCN Red List. Irrawaddy dolphins fall under Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
Statement 2 is correct: Dolphin distribution in Chilika is considered to be the highest single lagoon population. However, recently there has been a dip in Chilika lake dolphin population. Whereas, overall numbers in Odisha have increased.
Also found in coastal areas in South and Southeast Asia, and in three rivers: the Irrawaddy (Myanmar), the Mahakam (Indonesian Borneo) and the Mekong (China).
