Consider the following statements about Black Necked Crane 1 These are migratory bird...........

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Consider the following statements about Black Necked Crane:

1. These are migratory birds most commonly found in China.

2. It is known as DhungDhung Karma in India and Bhutan.

3. Its IUCN Status is Critically Endangered.

4. It is listed as Schedule I species in Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1, 3 and 4 only

1, 2 and 3 only

2, 3 and 4 only

1, 2, 3 and 4

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Explanation:

Migratory bird most commonly found in China. It is legally protected in Bhutan and India and is considered sacred to certain Buddhist traditions. IUCN status- Vulnerable; Birdlife International- Threatened Listed in India’s Wildlife Act as a Schedule 1 species It is locally known as DhungDhung Karma. Also it is the only high altitude crane amongst the 15 species found in the world. NGT Halted the Tawang Project as it had a potential adverse effect on habitat of this bird.