Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following states has the giant squirrel as its state animal?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Maharashtra.
Key Points
- Indian Giant Squirrel (Shekaru in Marathi) is the state animal of the state of Maharashtra in western India.
- The Indian giant squirrel is a multi-colored tree squirrel species endemic to forests and woodlands in India.
- It is a diurnal, arboreal, and mainly herbivorous squirrel.
Important Points
- Maharashtra
- Capital: Mumbai
- National Parks: Chandoli National Park, Gugamal National Park, Nawegaon National Park, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Tadoba National Park.
- State Animal: Indian giant squirrel
- State Bird: Yellow-footed green pigeon
- State Tree: Mangifera Indica
- State Flower: Pride of India/Jarul
Additional Information
| State | Capital | State Animal |
| Goa | Panaji | Gaur |
| Himachal Pradesh | Shimla | Snow leopard |
| Haryana | Chandigarh | Blackbuck |
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