With reference to the Przewalski's horse (Asian wild horse), consider the following statements: 1. The have shorter legs compared to domestic horses. 2. They have a large head, thick neck, and an erect mane with no forelock. 3. They are categorized as ‘Extinct in the Wild’ in the IUCN List of Threatened Species. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Przewalski’s horse (Asian wild horse), consider the following statements:
1.The have shorter legs compared to domestic horses.
2.They have a large head, thick neck, and an erect mane with no forelock.
3.They are categorized as ‘Extinct in the Wild’ in the IUCN 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: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Przewalski’s horses are described as stockily built with shorter legs compared to domestic horses. They have a large head, thick neck, and an erect mane with no forelock. These horses are genetically distinct from domestic horses and have a unique evolutionary history.

Statement 3 is incorrect. They are currently listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

Source: The Hindu

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