- Statement 1 is correct: The Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica) is listed as 'Endangered' on the IUCN Red List due to habitat degradation, pollution, and poaching. - Statement 2 is correct: It lacks a crystalline eye lens, making it functionally blind. It can only detect the intensity and direction of light. - Statement 3 is correct: It relies heavily on echolocation clicks to navigate, find food, and communicate in the murky river waters. - Statement 4 is correct: It was declared the National Aquatic Animal of India in 2009.
Consider the following statements regarding the 'Gangetic Dolphin': 1. The Gangetic River Dolphin has been categorized as 'endangered' under the IUCN's Red List. 2. It does not have a crystalline eye lens rendering it effectively blind. 3. Navigation and hunting are carried out using echolocation. 4. It has been recognized as India's National Aquatic Animal. Which of the above statements are correct?
Asked in BPSC Prelims Exam 69th · Topic: Biodiversity (IUCN Red List Categories and Important Species Conservation Initiatives)
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