Question

Which one of the following is the national aquatic animal of India?

• A. Sea Horse
• B. Gangetic Shark
• C. River Dolphin
• D. Blue Whale

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

River Dolphin is the national aquatic animal of India. It is a fully aquatic mammal that resides exclusively in freshwater or brackish water. It is relatively small compared to other dolphins, having evolved to survive in warm, shallow water and strong river currents. Their ears have specific adaptations to their aquatic environment. Dolphins are one of the oldest creatures in the world.

So, the correct answer is 'River Dolphin'.