Question

Which is the National Aquatic Animal of India?

• A. River dolphin
• B. Blue whale
• C. Sea-horse
• D. Gangetic shark

Hint:

It is one of the most ancient species of aquatic mammals and is known for its intelligence, playfulness, and ability to adapt to various habitats.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The Ganges River Dolphin (also known as the Susu) is the National Aquatic Animal of India. 

• It is endemic to the river Ganges and is found only in India and neighbouring countries.
• Dolphins are mammals in aquatic ecosystems that are endangered due to habitat loss, fishing, pollutants, and hunting for meat and oil.

Answer 2

The national aquatic animal of India is the Ganges River Dolphin (Platanista gangetica).

Hence, option A) is the correct answer.

Answer 3

The river dolphin (Ganges river dolphin) is India's National Aquatic Animal. The Gangetic Dolphin is found in the river systems of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Indus and is considered an indicator species of the health of these rivers.

• The dolphin was declared the National Aquatic Animal to protect it from extinction.
• It is considered as one of the most ancient species of aquatic mammals and is known for its intelligence, playfulness, and ability to adapt to various habitats.
• They are a unique species with an elongated nose, noticeable teeth, and light grey-brown skin with a shade of pink. 

Answer 4

The Correct Option is A) River dolphin. The Gangetic dolphin was been declared the National Aquatic Animal of India by the Ministry of Environment and Forests on 18th May 2010. 

This was done to preserve the species from extinction and to maintain the purity of the holy Ganga river as these dolphins can only survive in pure and freshwater sources.

Answer 5

Ganges River Dolphin, also known as Platanista Gangetica, was declared as the National Aquatic Animal of India in 2010. 

• It is also known as the blind river dolphin as it has limited vision and relies on echolocation to navigate and hunt. 
• The species is listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to habitat degradation, fishing practices, and pollution. 
• The designation of the Gangetic Dolphin as the National Aquatic Animal of India is aimed at raising awareness about the species and the need for its conservation.

Therefore, the River dolphin is the National Aquatic Animal of India.