NEET BIOLOGY

BIOLOGICAL CLASSIFICATION

KINGDOM ANIMALS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which nocturnal animal has special silent feathers and can see in the dark to help it hunt prey at night?
A
bat
B
hawk
C
hummingbird
D
owl
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -One of an owl’s most unique and supernatural features is the ability to fly on silent wings through a dark forest to capture unsuspecting prey.

Detailed explanation-2: -As most owls are nocturnal, sound is a very important aspect of their lives. Their excellent hearing allows them to track down and silently ambush prey. Owl feathers help them remain quiet.

Detailed explanation-3: -Nocturnals are animals that hunt at night.

Detailed explanation-4: -Animals active at night are called nocturnal. These animals have a special ability that allows them to see in the dark: night vision! Animals use night vision to help them find food or avoid predators. Some nocturnal animals also have a strong sense of smell or hearing.

Detailed explanation-5: -For nocturnal animals to be active at night, it is not just their ability to see in the dark but also their highly developed sense of hearing, touch and smell.

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