Q. Clouded Leopard, recently seen in the news, is the state animal of which northeastern state?
Answer:
Meghalaya
Notes: The Mizoram governor highlighted wildlife conservation challenges on International Clouded Leopard Day. The clouded leopard, found from the Himalayas to Southeast Asia, includes two species: Neofelis nebulosa and Neofelis diardi. Its habitat spans countries like China, Bhutan, India, and others, thriving in tropical rainforests and dry forests. This medium-sized cat, 60-110 cm long, weighs 11-20 kg, and is known for its cloud-like coat patterns and long tail. Both the species are classified as ‘Vulnerable’ by the IUCN Red List. It is the state animal of Meghalaya.