Critically Endangered/Endangered Indian Species

Critically Endangered (Fauna)

Mammals

  • Andaman White-toothed Shrew: This shrew species was endemic to the Andaman Islands. Its specific ecological requirements and habitat loss led to its reduction.
  • Jenkin’s Andaman Spiny Shrew: Another shrew species endemic to the Andaman Islands, its habitat loss and restricted distribution contributed to its reduction.
  • Nicobar White-tailed Shrew: Found in the Nicobar Islands, this shrew species faced habitat loss.
  • Large Rock Rat or Elvira Rat: Endemic to the Elvira rock formation in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, this rat species faced habitat destruction and thus is endangered.
  • Namdapha Flying Squirrel: This flying squirrel species was found ....
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