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Fish Physiology and Biochemistry- ICAR JRF/SRF 2024

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As per IUCN list of threatened species, Tor putitora, Tor malabaricus and Tor khudree are—

Near threatened Vulnerable Critically endangered Endangered Correct

IUCN Red List Status of Mahseers:
Mahseers (genus Tor, family Cyprinidae) are iconic freshwater megafauna of India.
Due to dam construction blocking spawning migrations, destructive dynamiting/poisoning, sand mining, and habitat loss:
Tor putitora (Golden Mahseer): Classified as Endangered (EN).
Tor malabaricus (Malabar Mahseer): Classified as Endangered (EN).
Tor khudree (Deccan Mahseer): Classified as Endangered (EN).
Correct Option: Option 4 (Endangered).

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