New Mammalian Species Join Kaziranga National Park Fauna
Recently, Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve in Assam, the primary habitat of the one-horned rhinoceros, welcomed two new mammalian species – the elusive binturong, also known as the bearcat, and the small-clawed otter, adding to the rich biodiversity of the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Key Points
- Schedule I of Wildlife Protection Act: Both the binturong and the small-clawed otter are listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, signifying their protected status.
- Big Five Dominance: Kaziranga's mammalian diversity includes the iconic Big Five – the great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, Indian elephant, Bengal tiger, wild water buffalo, and ....
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