Which is the most common mammal sighted in Kerala’s forests?

Giant squirrel
Pangolin
Wild boar
Sloth bear Answer: a

The correct answer is a) Giant squirrel.

Giant squirrels are the most common mammals sighted in Kerala’s forests. They are found in the Western Ghats and the Nilgiris. They are large, arboreal squirrels with long tails. They are herbivores and their diet consists of fruits, nuts, and seeds. They are social animals and live in groups of up to 12 individuals.

Pangolins are mammals that are covered in scales. They are found in Africa and Asia. They are insectivores and their diet consists of ants and termites. They are solitary animals and live in burrows.

Wild boars are mammals that are related to pigs. They are found in Europe, Asia, and Africa. They are omnivores and their diet consists of plants, fruits, insects, and small animals. They are social animals and live in groups of up to 30 individuals.

Sloth bears are mammals that are found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. They are omnivores and their diet consists of fruits, insects, honey, and small animals. They are solitary animals and live in forests.