The “Red Data Book” published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of - 1. Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots, 2. Threatened plant and animal species. 3. Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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Environment & Ecology

Prelims 2011

The “Red Data Book” published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) contain lists of -

Endemic plant and animal species present in the biodiversity hotspots,
Threatened plant and animal species.
Protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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Explanation

The "Red Data Book" published by the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) is a comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of plant and animal species. It primarily contains lists of threatened plant and animal species.

It does not list endemic species present in biodiversity hotspots or protected sites for conservation of nature and natural resources in various countries.

Therefore, the correct answer is that the Red Data Book contains lists of threatened plant and animal species only.

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