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Option 1 : Maharashtra

  • With an aim to conserve the native species of cattle and domesticated animals in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra, the state govt is planning to undertake their genetic study.
  • Under this project, the genetic traits of Osmanabadi goat, Red Kandhari cow, Deoni bull, Caravan or Pashmi dogs will be studied.
  • Their abilities and adaptation capabilities will also be analysed.
  • Maharashtra: State Animal - Indian giant squirrel
  • State Bird - Yellow-footed green pigeon
  • National Parks - Chandoli National Park, Gugamal National Park, Nawegaon National Park, Pench National Park, Sanjay Gandhi (Borivilli) National Park, Tadoba National Park
  • Dams - Koyna Dam (Koyna River), Jayakwadi Dam (Godavari River), Wilson Dam (Pravara River), Vaitarna Dam (Vaitarna River), Mula Dam (Mula River)
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