Why in the News
Scientists studying the Barbary Macaque population in Gibraltar have observed geophagy (soil eating) behavior. This is believed to help them counter the harmful effects of tourist provided junk food.
About Barbary Macaque
- One of the 25 species of macaques worldwide
- The only macaque species found outside Asia
- The only non human primate in Europe and North Africa
Distribution
- Native range:
- Atlas Mountains in Algeria and Morocco
- Introduced population: Gibraltar
- IUCN Red List: Endangered
| [2013] In which of the following states is 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: (a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 2 only (c) 1, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 |
