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Prelims 2017 · Environment · Question 17

If you want to see gharials in their natural habitat, which one of the following is the best place to visit?

  1. Bhitarkanika Mangroves
  2. Chambal River
  3. Pulicat Lake
  4. Deepor Beel

Answer

Chambal River

  • (a) Bhitarkanika Mangroves: Famous mainly for saltwater crocodiles in mangrove habitat, not for gharials. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Chambal River: The National Chambal Sanctuary is one of the best-known natural habitats of the gharial (Gavialis gangeticus). Verdict: Correct.
  • (c) Pulicat Lake: A brackish lagoon known for birds; gharials are riverine freshwater reptiles, not found here naturally. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Deepor Beel: A freshwater lake/wetland in Assam, important for birds; it is not a recognized natural habitat of gharials. Verdict: Incorrect.
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