Q69. Consider the following :
1. Butterflies 2. Fish 3. Frogs
How many of the above have poisonous species among them ?
Detailed Solution
All three categories listed contain species that are poisonous or venomous: 1. Butterflies: Some butterfly species, like the African giant swallowtail (Papilio antimachus), are known to be highly poisonous, containing cardiac steroid toxins that deter predators.
2. Fish: Many fish species are venomous, meaning they can inject toxins, often through spines. A prominent example is the Reef Stonefish, which has highly toxic venom. 3. Frogs: Numerous frog species are poisonous, secreting toxins from their skin (e.g., poison dart frogs).
Additionally, some species, like Bruno's casque-headed frog, are venomous, possessing bony protrusions to deliver their toxins. Therefore, all three organisms listed have poisonous or venomous species among them.
This question tests general knowledge about biodiversity and animal characteristics, which is part of the Environment & Ecology syllabus.
More Environment & Ecology Questions
Q4. Consider the following: I. Cigarette butts II. Eyeglass lenses III. Car tyres How many of them conta...
CQ5. Consider the following substances: I. Ethanol II. Nitroglycerine III. Urea Coal gasification technol...
BQ18. Consider the following statements: I. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO...
CQ10. Consider the following statements: Statement I: Activated carbon is a good and an attractive tool to...
AQ11. Consider the following statements: Statement I: Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from ...
AMore from UPSC 2024 GS1
Q1. How many Delimitation Commissions have been constituted by the Government of India till December 202...
DQ2. The Constitution (71st Amendment) Act, 1992 amends the Eighth Schedule to the Constitution to includ...
AQ3. Consider the following pairs : Party Its Leader 1. Bhartiya Jana Sangh : Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee...
BQ4. Which of the following statements are correct about the Constitution of India? 1. Powers of the Muni...
DQ5. Which one of the following statements is correct as per the Constitution of India?...
CAce UPSC with AI-powered Practice
LearnPro's test series adapts to your weak topics and shows real analytics.
Explore Courses →