Bison-horn dance of India A pair of gaur (Bos gaurus) horns in Koya dancers' headgear reflect India's tradition of celebrating animals. (more) State Animals of India Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/State-Animals-of-India Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by Written by Manjishtha Bhattacharyya Manjishtha Bhattacharyya is an editor at Encyclopaedia Britannica. She holds a PhD in zoology from Vidyasagar University, West Bengal, and has more than seven years of experience in science communication... Manjishtha Bhattacharyya Fact-checked by Fact-checked by Britannica Editors Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... Britannica Editors Updated: Sep. 19, 2025 Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Each of India’s 28 states and seven of its eight union territories (all except Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu) has an official animal, selected to represent its unique wildlife and cultural heritage. These animals, some of which are shared by multiple states and union territories, serve as symbols of regional identity, highlight the country’s rich biodiversity, and reflect the varied ecosystems across India—from mountains and forests to deserts and coastlines. This list explores the official animals of India’s states and union territories, their conservation status, and the protected natural areas of the country where they are commonly ...(100 of 101 words)

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