Question

Which one of the following is oviparous?

• A. Platypus
• B. Flying fox (Bat)
• C. Elephant
• D. Whale

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To determine which among the given options is oviparous, we need to understand the term "oviparous." Oviparous animals are those that lay eggs, with little or no other embryonic development within the mother. The young develop in the egg after it is laid.

Now, let's evaluate each option:

1. Platypus: The platypus is a monotreme, a type of mammal that lays eggs. Monotremes are a very small group of egg-laying mammals, and the platypus is one of them. Thus, this option is correct.
2. Flying fox (Bat): Bats, including the flying fox, are placental mammals. They give birth to live young and do not lay eggs. Therefore, this option is incorrect.
3. Elephant: Elephants are also placental mammals that give birth to live young ones. They do not lay eggs. Hence, this option is incorrect.
4. Whale: Whales, like elephants and bats, are placental mammals. They also give birth to live young and do not lay eggs. Therefore, this option is incorrect.

The correct answer is that only the Platypus is an oviparous animal among the options provided.