NEET2026Zoology-Animal Adaptations

NEET 2026 Zoology Bird Adaptations MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 12

The flightless bird with forelimbs modified as paddle-like structures suited for swimming is known as:

A

Struthio

B

Neophron

C

Aptenodytes

D

Psittacula

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

Neophron is vulture and Psittacula is a parrot. Both perform flight. Struthio is ostrich and Aptenodytes is penguin. Both are flightless birds. In penguins, forelimbs are modified into flippers (paddle like structure) and are used for swimming.

Found an issue with this question?