Fauna of Gujarat
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Gujarat, a state located in Western India, includes fauna from ecosystems such as the coast of the Arabian Sea, the semi-arid forests on the Kathiawar Peninsula, and the arid salt flats of the Rann of Kutch.[1]
It is estimated that Gujarat is home to more than 500 species of mammals, 2,000 species of birds, and a wide range[clarification needed] of insects, fish, amphibians, and reptiles. The Asiatic lion, an endangered species of cat, is found in Gir National Park. Gujarat's coastal areas, including the Gulf of Khambhat and the Gulf of Kutch, host a nationally important range of species of fish, crustaceans, and migratory birds.[2] Gujarat's fauna is conserved by protected areas, wildlife sanctuaries, and national parks.
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