Read the below statements and choose the correct option:
Statement 1: India's first initiative to track Fishing Cats through radio-collars has been introduced at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary.
Statement 2: Fishing Cats are primarily found in coastal wetlands and mangrove ecosystems.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Answer: Both Statements 1 and 2 are correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
India’s first initiative to track Fishing cat using radio-collars was launched at Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary.
This initiative helps in studying movement patterns and conservation needs
Fishing cats are elusive and difficult to monitor in dense habitats
Statement 2 is also correct
Fishing cats are mainly found in:
Coastal wetlands
Mangrove forests
Marshy and riverine habitats
They are highly adapted to wet ecosystems and are excellent swimmers.
Potential Questions & Answers
Q. Name one Indian state where fishing cats are found in large numbers.
Ans: West Bengal (or Andhra Pradesh)
Q. Why are fishing cats difficult to study?
Ans: Because they live in dense wetland and mangrove habitats