Which of the following is a vulnerable species?

Explanation

The answer is Asiatic elephant Key Points: Vulnerable Species: Species whose population has declined to levels from where it is likely to move into the endangered category in the near future if the negative factors continue to operate. Examples: Blue sheep, Asiatic elephant, Gangetic dolphin Endemic Species: Species that are only found in some particular areas usually isolated by natural or geographical barriers. Examples: Andaman teal, Nicobar pigeon, Andaman wild pig, Mithun in Arunachal Pradesh Additional Information: Based on the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN), we can classify the plant and animal species as: Normal Species: Species whose population levels are considered to be normal for their survival, such as cattle, sal, pine, rodents, etc. Endangered Species: Species that are in danger of extinction. The survival of such species is difficult if the negative factors that have led to a decline in their population continue to operate. Examples: Blackbuck, Crocodile, Indian wild ass, Indian rhino, Lion-tailed macaque, Sangai (brow-antlered deer in Manipur) Rare Species: Species with a small population may move into the endangered or vulnerable category if the negative factors affecting them continue to operate. Examples: Himalayan brown bear, Wild Asiatic buffalo, Desert fox and Hornbill Extinct Species: Species that are not found after searches of known or likely areas where they may occur. A species may be extinct from a local area, region, country, continent or the entire earth. Examples: Asiatic cheetah, Pink head duck