7 Indian states and their lesser-known state animals

Shubhi Kumar
Sep 07, 2024

Manipur

Sangai is the state animal. Located in the Keibul Lamjao National Park, the Sangai, also known as the Manipuri Brow-antlered Deer, is a native of Manipur. Its antlers are fashioned like a palm.

Nagaland

Hornbill is the state animal. The hornbill, especially the Great Hornbill, is an incredibly beautiful bird with vivid colors and a large beak. These birds are important to the local mythology and culture and can be found in Nagaland's deep jungles.

Mizoram

Serow is the state animal. Found in Mizoram's mountainous and forested areas, the Serow is an antelope that resembles a goat. Although they are an uncommon sight, the Serow plays a significant role in the local fauna.

Meghalaya

Clouded Leopard is the state animal. A wild cat with a cloud-like pattern on its coat is known as the Clouded Leopard. It lives in the jungles of Meghalaya and is a nocturnal, elusive species.

Rajasthan

Chinkara is the state animal. The tawny-coated Indian Gazelle, also known as the Chinkara, is an elegant and slender antelope with a noticeable white underbelly. It suits Rajasthan's dry and semi-arid environments nicely.

Arunachal Pradesh

Mithun is the state animal. In India's northeastern states, there is a large, domesticated bovine called the Mithun. It is recognizable by its hump and unusual appearance. In Arunachal Pradesh, the Mithun are an essential part of the indigenous traditions.

Sikkim

Red pandas are the state animal. The red panda is a little, adorable arboreal mammal. It is well-known for its soft disposition, bushy tail, and reddish-brown fur. They are mostly found in Sikkim and the eastern Himalayas, where they eat fruits and bamboo.

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