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Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus) is a bear species native to South Asia and highly adapted to an insectivorous diet. The species is particularly common in countries such as India Sri Lanka Nepal and Bhutan. Forested areas shrublands and savanna-type habitats provide suitable environments for the sloth bear. Its fur is typically long coarse and shaggy and is characterized by a pale patch on the chest. The long snout and flexible lips enable it to feed on insects such as termites and ants. Taxonomy a

European Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) is a nocturnal and long-distance migratory bird species belonging to the family Caprimulgidae. Breeding across a wide geographical area of Eurasia, this species spends the winter in sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its silent flight, camouflage ability, and characteristic call. The European nightjar prefers open woodland areas, heathlands, scrublands, and grasslands. Scientific studies on its ecological requirements also help in understanding the thre