Consider the following statements regarding Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary: 1. It is located in the Eastern Ghats and primarily known for its mangrove ecosystems. 2. The sanctuary is named after the Gluta travancorica tree, which is endemic to the region and locally called "Chenkurinji.” 3. Recently two new species of jumping spiders have been discovered from Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary. Which of the above statements is/are correct?
2 and 3 only
Why in the News?
"Two New Species of Jumping Spiders Discovered in Kerala’s Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary”
Statement 1: incorrect
Shendurney Wildlife Sanctuary is in the Western Ghats, Kerala, not the Eastern Ghats. It is known for Myristica swamp forests, not mangroves, and is part of the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve, supporting rich biodiversity.
Statement 2: correct
The name "Shendurney" is derived from Gluta travancorica, an endemic tree species locally known as "Chenkurinji." This tree holds ecological significance and is unique to the Western Ghats' biodiversity.
Statement 3: correct
Researchers recently identified two previously unknown species of jumping spiders in the sanctuary, adding to its ecological significance. This discovery highlights the region's rich and unexplored biodiversity, especially among lesser-known invertebrate species.
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