Q. Recently, Bovine animal Mithun has been spotted in which northeastern state for the first time?
Answer:
Assam
Notes: Mithun, a semi-domesticated bovine species, was recently spotted in Assam for the first time. Known as the "cattle of the mountain," Mithun originated over 8,000 years ago and is believed to be a descendant of the wild Indian gaur. It is most concentrated in Northeast India, especially in Arunachal Pradesh, and is also found in Southeast Asia. Mithun resembles the Indian bison but is smaller, weighing 400-650 kg, with distinct horns and coloration. It is the state animal of Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Mithun is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and in CITES Appendix I.