Standard Books Zoology Adaptive Radiation MCQ Question with Solution

The diversity within the wild bird species in the given figure can best be explained by which process

A

Natural selection

B

Adaptive radiation

C

Ecological succession

D

Both (a) and (b)

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Adaptive radiation explains the diversity as it involves the evolution of different species from a common ancestor, adapting to various ecological niches.

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