Kritika Handa

⁠Top Indian Native Animals You Might Have Never Seen

This rare deer has elegant antlers and lives in Manipur's marshy areas.

Sangai Deer

Endemic to the Western Ghats, this mountain goat has a rugged, short-haired coat and curved horns.

Nilgiri Tahr

This vibrant, large squirrel has distinctive multi-colored fur and lives in forested regions.

Indian Giant Squirrel

Found in Western Ghats, this primate has a striking mane and long tail tuft.

Lion Tailed Macaque

With its bloated body and pointed snout, this elusive frog is native to the Western Ghats.

Purple Frog

Known as the "sea cow," this gentle marine mammal is found in Indian coastal waters.

Dugong