______ is an example of Endemic Species.

Correct option is D

Ans.(d) Nicobar pigeon

Explanation:

The correct answer is Nicobar pigeon. Endemic species are those found only in a specific geographic location and nowhere else in the world. The Nicobar pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is endemic to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and nearby island regions in Southeast Asia.

Information Booster:

● Endemic species are vulnerable to extinction due to habitat destruction.
● Other endemic species of India include:

• Lion-tailed macaque (Western Ghats)
• Malabar civet (Western Ghats)
• Nilgiri tahr (Western Ghats)
• Sangai deer (Manipur)
  ● Conservation efforts for endemic species include wildlife sanctuaries, national parks, and biosphere reserves.