Q. With reference to the Western Tragopan, locally known as Jujurana (King of Birds), consider the following statements:
1.It is the state bird of Himachal Pradesh.
2.It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Western Tragopan (Tragopan melanocephalus) is the state bird of Himachal Pradesh and is locally known as Jujurana, meaning “King of Birds.” It is found in the temperate forests of the northwestern Himalayas, mainly in India and Pakistan.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: The species is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, not Critically Endangered. Its population is declining due to habitat loss, hunting, and human disturbance.
Source- DTE
