The Indian wild ass, also known as the Khur, is found in the Rann of Kutch, a large saline desert in Gujarat. This arid, saline environment is its natural habitat, and it is well-adapted to these conditions. While it faces threats from habitat degradation and human activities, it has few natural predators in its arid range. Other options are generally found in different habitats: wild buffalo prefer grasslands and forests, wild boars are adaptable but not primarily desert dwellers, and while gazelles inhabit arid regions, the specific description strongly points to the wild ass's unique niche.