Western Ghats Biodiversity: Special Species Identification
The question asks to identify an animal species that is unique or endemic to the Western Ghats region.
Analyzing Species Distribution
- Tiger (Panthera tigris): While tigers inhabit parts of the Western Ghats, they are also found widely across India and other parts of Asia. They are not exclusive to the Western Ghats.
- Elephant (Elephas maximus): Asian elephants, including populations in the Western Ghats, are found in various forested habitats across India and Southeast Asia. They are not endemic to this specific region.
- Hornbill: Several species of hornbills are found in India, including some in the Western Ghats. However, hornbills inhabit various tropical and subtropical forests across Asia and Africa, making them not strictly special or exclusive to the Western Ghats.
- Nilgiri tahr (Nilgiritragus huyền): This species is endemic to the Western Ghats of Southern India. Its natural habitat is restricted to the high-altitude grasslands and scrub forests of this mountain range.
Conclusion on Endemism
The Nilgiri tahr is considered special to the Western Ghats because it is an endemic species, meaning its natural occurrence is restricted solely to this geographical area.
Therefore, the correct option is the Nilgiri tahr.
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