By Rajni Pandey | November 19, 2024
This mountain goat is endemic to the Western Ghats and known for its agility. It symbolizes Tamil Nadu’s rich ecological heritage.
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The Sangai, or dancing deer, lives only in Loktak Lake’s floating marshes. It is critically endangered and culturally revered in Manipur.
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This large, critically endangered bird is a symbol of Rajasthan’s grasslands and one of the world’s heaviest flying birds.
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Known for its bamboo diet and playful nature, the Red Panda is Sikkim’s mascot, symbolizing the Eastern Himalayan ecosystem.
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The majestic rhino thrives in Kaziranga National Park. It represents Assam’s successful conservation efforts and biodiversity.
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This brightly colored squirrel, known for its leaping skills, is an icon of Maharashtra’s forests in the Western Ghats.
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With its unique coat patterns, this elusive big cat is a symbol of Meghalaya’s dense forests and rich wildlife.
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The Sambar deer, India’s largest deer species, is Odisha’s state animal. It thrives in the state’s forests and is crucial to the ecosystem.
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This elegant antelope, with its spiral horns, represents the grasslands and cultural values of Punjab, Haryana, and Andhra Pradesh.
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Known for its strength, the Wild Asiatic Buffalo is a flagship species of Chhattisgarh’s wetlands and forests.
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