Consider the following pairs:
| Wildlife | Naturally found in |
|---|---|
| 1. Blue-finned Mahseer | Cauvery River |
| 2. Irrawaddy Dolphin | Chambal River |
| 3. Rusty-spotted Cat | Eastern Ghats |
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 3 — 1 and 3 only
This question tests knowledge of wildlife species and their natural habitats in India. Out of the three pairs given, only pairs 1 and 3 are correctly matched, while pair 2 incorrectly associates the Irrawaddy Dolphin with the Chambal River.
✅ Pair 1 – Correct: Blue-finned Mahseer is indeed naturally found in the Cauvery River and other rivers of the Deccan Plateau. It is an endangered freshwater fish species.
❌ Pair 2 – Incorrect: Irrawaddy Dolphin is NOT found in the Chambal River. The Chambal River is known for the Gangetic Dolphin. Irrawaddy Dolphins are found in coastal areas of South and Southeast Asia, and in India, they are found in Lake Chilika (Odisha).
✅ Pair 3 – Correct: Rusty-spotted Cat is naturally found in the Eastern Ghats. This small wild cat species is also found in the Western Ghats, central India, and Sri Lanka.
📝 Short Notes: Indian Wildlife Species and Habitats
| Species | Natural Habitat/Distribution | Conservation Status |
|---|---|---|
| Blue-finned Mahseer | Cauvery River, rivers of Deccan Plateau | Endangered (freshwater fish) |
| Irrawaddy Dolphin | Coastal areas of South and Southeast Asia; Lake Chilika (Odisha) in India; Ayeyarwady, Mahakam, and Mekong rivers | Endangered |
| Gangetic Dolphin | Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna river system, Chambal River | Endangered; National Aquatic Animal |
| Rusty-spotted Cat | Eastern Ghats, Western Ghats, Central India, Sri Lanka | Near Threatened; one of world's smallest wild cats |
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