Environment & Ecology question from Panchayat Secretary (VLW) exam, 2025 by JKSSB
The species of plants and animals which are found only in a particular region are known as
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option A —
Endemic species
What are Endemic Species?
Endemic species are plants or animals that exist naturally only in one specific geographic region, such as a particular island, nation, or defined habitat type, and nowhere else on Earth. Because they are confined to a single area, they are often highly adapted to that specific environment and are uniquely vulnerable to extinction if their habitat is destroyed.
Examples: The Kangaroo is endemic to Australia, and the Lemur is endemic to the island of Madagascar.
Quick Definitions of the Other Terms:
(B) Endangered species: Species that are at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future (e.g., the Giant Panda or Blue Whale). They can live in multiple parts of the world.
(C) Extinct species: Species that no longer have any living individuals left on Earth (e.g., the Dodo bird or Woolly Mammoth).
(D) Exotic species: Also known as introduced or non-native species, these are plants or animals that have been intentionally or accidentally moved by humans to a region where they do not naturally belong.
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