Which of the following is a rare species as per International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) ?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - Asiatic buffalo
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species, the Asiatic buffalo is classified as Endangered. This means it is a rare species facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild.