New Delhi: World Wildlife Day is an international event recognised by the United Nations to honour all wild animals and plants and the positive impact they have on both our quality of life and the health of the earth. It is celebrated every year on March 3. The day is observed to remind people to take immediate precautions to protect wildlife from crimes and the extinction of species caused by humans.
Since a few years ago, wildlife exploitation has escalated into a significant problem that, if left unchecked, will have a variety of negative effects on the economy, the environment, and society. The goal of World Wildlife Day is to stop the decline of biodiversity.
Talking about India, it is an unparalleled home to amazing and exotic creatures. Many endangered and wild creatures find refuge in the more than 500 wildlife sanctuaries and 100 national parks that exist. Although the nation is endowed with a wide variety of unusual animals, many of them are in danger of becoming extinct due to severe human interference.
Additionally, climate change significantly contributes to the decline of these animals' existence, in addition to the actions of humans, which decide their fate. Here are some rare and exotic wildlife species that are found in India:
Rare And Exotic Wildlife Species Found In India:
1. Indian Giant Flying Squirrel:
In India, there are several species of flying squirrels, the bulk of which are found in the northeastern states. They can glide from one tree to other thanks to their flying membrane, which stretches from their wrists to their ankles.
2. Lion-Tailed Macaque:
The Lion-tailed Macaque, which can be found in the Western Ghats of South India, draws attention to itself with its extraordinary look and behaviours. Its adorable tail, which gives it the appearance of a lion, is how it acquired its name. This species can be found in the rainforests of Sirsi-Honnavara in Karnataka, the Silent Valley National Park in Kerala, and the Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve in Tamil Nadu.
3. Indian Bison:
The Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Kerala and the Arignar Anna Zoological Park in Chennai are the best locations to go to if you want to see the endangered Indian Bison. This large animal exudes power and energy thanks to its enormous deep torso and head.
4. Asiatic Lion:
The Asiatic lion, also known as the Indian lion or Iranian lion, is found in Gujarat, India. According to the information provided by WWF, the Asiatic lion is unique to India. Many go for a jungle safari in this national park just to have a glimpse of this royal animal.
5. Nilgiri Tahr:
The Western Ghats' tropical jungle is home to the endangered mountain ungulate known as the Nilgiri tahr. The horns and coarse, short hair of the threatened species are curved, and they have a stocky build with a bristly mane. The Nilgiri Tahr, which is revered as Tamil Nadu's national animal, is under severe danger in the Western Ghats. Its population is steadily declining as a result of ongoing poaching and habitat damage caused by eucalyptus farming.