This animal derives its name from a Sanskrit word literally meaning "variegated body". It was a favourite pet of many rulers of yesteryears, who used it for hunting wild games. Identify the animal.
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Answer: It is Cheetah indeed! The animal got its name due to the spots on its body. Unfortunately, due to unchecked hunting and poaching, this beautiful animal is on the endangered list now.
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ReplyDeleteBingo! Cheetah got its name from Sanskrit which meant the "spotted body". Unfortunately, centuries of unchecked hunting has made this animal almost extinct!
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