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NilgiriTahr (Nilgiritragushylocrius)

Published: 3rd May, 2024

Context

The three-day synchronised Nilgiritahr survey began recently, with the focus on identifying small isolated populations, which are on the verge of local extinction.

About

  • The Nilgiritahr is the only mountain ungulate in southern India amongst the 12 species present in India. It is also the state animal of Tamil Nadu.
  • Habitat: A few scattered habitat patches within Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Historically they were present in much of the Western Ghats.
    • The Eravikulam National Park in Anamalai hills, Kerala, is home to the largest population of the species.
  • Conservation Status: Endangered in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act of India, 1972.

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