Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements:
I. It is an omnivorous crustacean.
II. Its natural habitat in India is only limited to some forest areas.
III. In its natural habitat, it is an arboreal species.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Detailed Explanation:
Answer: Option 4 — II and III
Simple Explanation:
Statement I — Incorrect. It is NOT a crustacean — it's a spider (arachnid), specifically a tarantula. Crustaceans (like crabs/shrimp) are a completely different animal group.
Statement II — Correct. Its habitat is restricted to certain forest areas in India, specifically the Eastern Ghats.
Statement III — Correct. It is arboreal — meaning it lives in trees and tree crevices/hollows, not on the ground.
📝 Short Notes: Peacock Tarantula / Gooty Tarantula
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Poecilotheria metallica |
| Type | Spider (Arachnid) — NOT a crustacean |
| Habitat | Eastern Ghats, limited forest patches in India (Andhra Pradesh region) |
| Lifestyle | Arboreal — lives in trees/tree hollows |
| Color | Metallic blue with peacock-like patterns |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered (IUCN) |
| Significance | One of the rarest and most sought-after tarantulas in the exotic pet trade — major poaching threat |
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