With reference to ‘dugong’, a mammal found in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  1. It is a herbivorous marine animal.
  2. It is found along the entire coast of India.
  3. It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act; 1972.

Select the correct answer using the code given below. 

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2015 Prelims]

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 3

(d) 3 only


Answer: (c)        

Explanation:

  • The Dugong, scientifically known as Dugong dugon and commonly referred to as the “Sea Cow,” is a herbivorous marine mammal.
  • It is one of four extant species in this order and the only one that exclusively inhabits the sea, including coastal areas of India
  • It is given legal protection under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

 

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