10 Animal That Are Only Found In India

Indian Purple Frog (Nasikabatrachus sahyadrensis):

This unusual-looking amphibian is found in the Western Ghats and is known for its distinctive purple color and burrowing habits.

Nilgiri Tahr (Nilgiritragus hylocrius):

Endemic to the Western Ghats of India, the Nilgiri tahr is a mountain ungulate adapted to rugged high-altitude terrain.

Indian Pangolin (Manis crassicaudata):

The Indian pangolin is a scaly anteater species found in the forests of India and is known for its unique appearance and behavior.

Indian Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus):

This bear species is native to the Indian subcontinent and is found in a variety of forest habitats.

Red Panda (Ailurus fulgens):

Found in the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China, the red panda is known for its distinctive red fur and is found in some parts of northern India.

Snow Leopard (Panthera uncia):

Found in the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, the snow leopard is a rare and elusive big cat species.

Asiatic Lion (Panthera leo persica):

The Asiatic lion is a subspecies of lion that is now confined to the Gir Forest National Park in Gujarat, India.

Indian Rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis):

Also known as the one-horned rhinoceros, this species is primarily found in the northeastern regions of India, particularly in Kaziranga National Park.

Indian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus):

The Indian elephant is a subspecies of the Asian elephant and is native to mainland Asia, including India.

Bengal Tiger (Panthera tigris tigris):

The Bengal tiger is the national animal of India and is found mainly in the forests of India, particularly in the Sundarbans mangrove forest.