FORESTRY
FOREST PROTECTION
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Question
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The Himalayan brown bear is an example of:
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Vulnerable species
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Rare species
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Endemic species
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Extinct species
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Unlike other brown bear subspecies, which are found in good numbers, the Himalayan brown bear is critically endangered. The bears are hunted for their fur and claws for ornamental purposes and internal organs for use in medicines.
Detailed explanation-2: -Range: North-western and central Himalaya, including India, Pakistan, Nepal, the Tibetan Autonomous Region of China and Bhutan. Habitat: High altitude open valleys and pastures. Status: IUCN Red List-Critically endangered.
Detailed explanation-3: -About the Species: It is one of the largest carnivores in the highlands of the Himalayas. Conservation Status: IUCN: Critically Endangered.
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