Which is the only mangrove habitat in the world for the species Panthera Tigris?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is optin 3 i.e. Sundarbans.
The Sundarbans, located in the delta region of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna rivers, spanning India and Bangladesh, is the only mangrove habitat in the world that is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris).
This unique ecosystem of dense mangrove forests, muddy waterways, and tidal creeks provides a challenging yet ideal environment for tigers, which have uniquely adapted to swimming in saline waters and hunting in marshy terrain. The tigers here are known for their elusive nature and are among the few in the world that inhabit coastal mangrove swamps.
The Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, plays a vital role in tiger conservation under India's Project Tiger.
Other Options:
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Saranda forest – Known for sal trees, in Jharkhand.
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Molai forest – Man-made forest in Assam.
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Abujmarh forest – Dense forest area in Chhattisgarh, not a tiger-specific or mangrove habitat.