Q. With reference to Lion Tailed Macaque, consider the following statements:
1. They are endemic to Western Ghats of India.
2. It is listed as endangered under the IUCN list of red species.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Both statements are correct.
About Lion Tailed Macaque:
- The lion-tailed macaque (Macaca silenus) are endemic to the Western Ghats of India.
- It is a diurnal animal meaning it is active exclusively in daylight hours. Unlike other macaques,it avoids humans.
- IUCN Status: Endangered
- Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act 1972
- Appendix I of CITES
- Threats: a) Overpopulation b) Habitat destruction and c) Hunting among others.
Source: Telling Numbers: Roadkill and extinction risk for leopards in North India
