Question

Which is the only representative of artiodactyls mammals Porcula?

(a) Pygmy hog

(b) Red river hog

(c) Giant forest hog

(d) Bearded hog

This question was addressed to me in a national level competition.

This intriguing question comes from Endemic and Endangered Species of India topic in section Biodiversity of Energy Management

Answer 1

Right option is (a) Pygmy hog

The explanation: The pygmy hog is the sole representative of Porcula. This conservation of endangered species is important because its extinction would result in the loss of a unique evolutionary branch of pigs. Presently there are only found in Assam with less than 150 individuals.