Question

Which of the following animals are protected under CITES? A) Monkey B) Dolphins C) Snakes D) Rats​

Answer 1

Answer:

Dolphin

Explanation:

because they are very cute

Answer 2

Dolphins are protected under CITES (option B)

Gangetic Dolphins:

• The Gangetic River Dolphins have been recognized as the National Aquatic Animal of India.
• They act as a health indicator of the freshwater ecosystem.
• Approximately 50% of Gangetic River Dolphins are found in Bihar.
• The loss of habitat and freshwater pollution are some of the reasons for the decline in their population. They are also poached for fat and oil.
• So to protect them they are placed under Appendix l of CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species).
• Therefore, hunting of Dolphins and both domestic and international trade is strictly prohibited.