Ladakh Hosts Inaugural Black-Necked Crane Festival to Boost Species Protection
The Changthang Cold Wildlife Sanctuary in Ladakh remains the only identified breeding habitat for the species within India.
The bird is currently categorized as 'Near Threatened' (NT) on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Key Facts / Static GK
IUCN Status of Black-necked Crane: Near Threatened (NT)
Breeding Habitat: Changthang Cold Wildlife Sanctuary, Ladakh
Practice Quiz — 13 August 2026
Q1. Who has been selected as the Vice-Chancellor of the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Public Service and Innovation (AIPSI) in Mauritius?
Q2. Which global body has selected three Indian Sanchar Mitras as Generation Connect Youth Envoys?
Q3. Where is Asia's first desert-themed drive-through night safari and zoological park being established?
Q4. Regarding the Black-necked Crane, consider the following statements: 1. It is the official state bird of Ladakh. 2. Changthang Cold Wildlife Sanctuary is its only breeding ground in India. 3. Its IUCN status is 'Critically Endangered'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q5. What was the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) retail inflation rate recorded for India in July 2026?
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