QUESTION

Hard

Environment & Ecology

Prelims 2025

Regarding Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula), consider the following statements:

I. It is an omnivorous crustacean. II. Its natural habitat in India is only limited to some forest areas. III. In its natural habitat, it is an arboreal species.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Select an option to attempt

Explanation

The Peacock tarantula (Gooty tarantula) is a rare, tree-dwelling spider found in limited forest areas in India.

Statement I is incorrect:

  • It is a spider (arachnid), not an omnivorous crustacean.

Statement II is correct:

  • Its habitat is restricted to some forest areas in the Eastern Ghats.

Statement III is correct:

  • It is arboreal, living in trees and tree crevices.

So, the correct answer is: D

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