National Endangered Species Day 2024: 10 endangered species in India

These endangered species face various threats, including habitat loss, poaching, and climate change.

Published on: May 17, 2024 3:35 PM IST

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National Endangered Species Day is observed annually on the third Friday of May. This day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to protect and conserve the world's most vulnerable species. This year, it is being observed on May 18. India, with its rich biodiversity, is home to numerous endangered species that face various threats to their survival. On this occasion, let us shed light on ten endangered species found in India that require our immediate attention and conservation efforts: (Unsplash)

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Hoolock Gibbon (Hoolock hoolock): The only ape species found in India, the Hoolock gibbon is endangered due to habitat loss and fragmentation. It is found in the northeastern states of Assam, Nagaland, and Manipur. (Pragyan Sharma/WCS India)

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Himalayan Brown Bear (Ursus arctos isabellinus): Also known as the Himalayan red bear, this subspecies of the brown bear is found in the high-altitude regions of Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand. Its population is estimated to be around 150-200 individuals. (AFP)

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Manipur Brow-antlered Deer (Rucervus eldii eldii): Also known as the Sangai, this deer is endemic to the floating Keibul Lamjao National Park in Manipur. Its population is estimated to be around 260 individuals. (Chhatbir Zoo (File Photo))

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Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus): The Gharial is a critically endangered crocodilian species found in the rivers of northern India. Its population is estimated to be around 200-250 individuals. (File Photo)

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Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica): Found only in the Gir Forest of Gujarat, the Asiatic lion is one of the most endangered big cats in the world, with a population of around 600 individuals. (Unsplash)

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Indian Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis): Also known as the greater one-horned rhinoceros, this species is found in the Kaziranga National Park and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam. Its population is estimated to be around 3,500. (Unsplash)

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Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris): The national animal of India, the Bengal tiger is an iconic species that faces threats such as poaching and habitat loss. India is home to the largest population of tigers in the world. (Unsplash)

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Dugong (Dugong dugon): Also known as the sea cow, the Dugong is a marine mammal found in the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait between India and Sri Lanka. Its population is estimated to be around 200-250 individuals. (Unsplash)

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Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius): This mountain goat is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu. Its population is estimated to be around 3,000.