Prelims 2020 · Environment · Question 97
Which of the following are the most likely places to find the musk deer in its natural habitat?
- Askot Wildlife Sanctuary
- Gangotri National Park
- Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
- Manas National Park.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
1 and 2 only
1. Askot Wildlife Sanctuary — Located in Uttarakhand in the higher Himalayas; it is known habitat for alpine species including musk deer. Verdict: Correct.
2. Gangotri National Park — A high-altitude Himalayan park in Uttarakhand; musk deer is one of its notable fauna. Verdict: Correct.
3. Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary — In the Terai of Uttar Pradesh; known more for swamp deer, tiger, leopard, etc., not the high-altitude musk deer habitat. Verdict: Incorrect.
4. Manas National Park — In Assam foothills/grassland-forest ecosystem; famous for rhino, pygmy hog, golden langur, etc., not a typical musk deer habitat. Verdict: Incorrect.
Therefore, the correct answer is 1 and 2 only.