Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Biodiversity and Conservation

Question:

Which of the following led to the extinction of more than 2,000 species of native birds ?

Options:

The colonisation of tropical Pacific Islands by humans.

The colonisation of tropical Pacific Islands by reptiles.

The colonisation of Indian Islands by humans.

Both A and B.

Correct Answer:

The colonisation of tropical Pacific Islands by humans.

Explanation:

The biological wealth of our planet has been declining rapidly and the accusing finger is clearly pointing to human activities.

The colonisation of tropical Pacific Islands by humans is said to have led to the extinction of more than 2,000 species of native birds.