Which of the following is a oviparous animal?
Correct answer: A. Pigeon
- A. Pigeon
- B. Elephant
- C. Sheep
- D. Humans
Explanation
Option A is correct since oviparous animals are animals that produce young using eggs that are hatched after they have been laid by the parent.Option B is incorrect since the elephant is viviparous and produces young by giving birth to it after it has been developed in the body of the parent.Option C is incorrect since the sheep are also viviparous.Option D is incorrect since humans are also viviparous.
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