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Published on: August 13, 2026
Western Ghats have come under the category of Hotspot because of-
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Hotspot criteria (Norman Myers): At least 1500 species of vascular plants as endemics and loss of at least 70% of original habitat.
•Western Ghats meet this due to their rich endemic flora and fauna.
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