Which rapidly declining bird was recently found in Chhattisgarh?

a. Lesser Adjutant Stork

b. Great Indian Bustard

c. Hoopoe

d. Indian Swallow

ANSWER: Lesser Adjutant Stork

Explanation:

A bird viewed as rapidly declining- the Lesser Adjutant Stork- during a complete survey on birds found in state conducted by NGO Conservation Core Society for Wildlife and Bilaspur University shows that the atmosphere is perfect for endangered species as well as migratory birds. This bird was sighted at Marwahi forest division of Bilaspur district. University has also sent the proposal for initiation of conservation of 400 species of birds of the 1300 found in Chhattisgarh. Presence of Lesser Adjutant indicates the climate in the state is perfect for breeding and habitation of birds and they can easily adapt to it.