Environment, Ecology & Biodiversity MCQs


Q.  Which of the following are endangered bird species of India:
1. Narcondam hornbill
2. Himalayan quail
3. Nicobar flying fox
4. House Sparrow
Select the correct option from the codes given below:


a. Only 1 & 2
b. Only 1, 2 & 3
c. Only 2, 3 & 4
d. Only 2


ANSWER: See Answer
 
Nicobar Flying Fix is a mammal. House Sparrow comes under Least Concerned.
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