In which of the following States is lion-tailed macaque found in its natural habitat? 1. Tamil Nadu 2. Kerala 3. Karnataka 4. Andhra Pradesh Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

The lion-tailed macaque (Macaca silenus) is an endangered primate species endemic to the Western Ghats mountain range in South India.

1. Tamil Nadu: The species is found in the Western Ghats regions of Tamil Nadu, particularly in areas like the Anamalai Hills and Kalakkad-Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve.
2. Kerala: A significant population of lion-tailed macaques is found in the Western Ghats of Kerala, including Silent Valley National Park and Periyar Tiger Reserve.
3. Karnataka: The Western Ghats in Karnataka also host populations of this macaque, for instance, in Kudremukh National Park and Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary.
4. Andhra Pradesh: The natural habitat of the lion-tailed macaque is restricted to the Western Ghats. Andhra Pradesh is located to the east and is primarily associated with the Eastern Ghats, where this species is not found.

Therefore, the lion-tailed macaque is found in its natural habitat in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.

The final answer is A because statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct.