NEET 2026 (Phase 1) · BiologyAves MammaliaPrevious Year Question
The flightless bird with forelimbs modified as paddle-like structures suited for swimming is known as:
Answer: (C) Aptenodytes. Aptenodytes (Penguin) is a flightless bird whose forelimbs are modified into paddle-like flippers for swimming.
- A.Struthio
- B.Neophron
- C.Aptenodytes✓
- D.Psittacula
Correct Answer
(C) Aptenodytes
Solution & Explanation
Aptenodytes (Penguin) is a flightless bird whose forelimbs are modified into paddle-like flippers for swimming. Struthio (Ostrich) is flightless but adapted for running, while Neophron (Vulture) and Psittacula (Parrot) are flying birds. NCERT Reference: Page 50, line 6-7
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