In which of the following States is the lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat?

1. Tamil Nadu
2. Kerala
3. Karnataka
4. Andhra Pradesh

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

1. 1, 2 and 3 only
2. 2 only
3. 1, 3 and 4 only
4. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Option (a) is correct

• Lion-tailed macaque (or wanderoo), sometimes called bearded monkey, is an Old World monkey endemic to the Western Ghats.
• Distribution: Found in three states, namely, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Answer: (a) 1, 2 and 3 only; Difficulty Level: Medium