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Koel or Cuckoo lays eggs in the nest of...

Koel or Cuckoo lays eggs in the nest of

A

Weaver Bird

B

Cattle Egret

C

Crow

D

Kite

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks where the Koel or Cuckoo lays its eggs. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - Weaver Bird - Cattle Egret - Crow - Kite 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Weaver Bird**: Known for their intricately woven nests, but the Cuckoo does not lay eggs in these nests. - **Cattle Egret**: These birds nest in colonies, typically in trees or shrubs, but they are not the host for the Cuckoo. - **Crow**: The Cuckoo is known to lay its eggs in the nests of crows. It is an obligate parasite, meaning it relies on the crow to raise its young. - **Kite**: Kites build their nests high in the crowns of tall trees and are not hosts for the Cuckoo. 4. **Conclusion**: The Cuckoo lays its eggs in the nest of the Crow. This is a behavior known as brood parasitism, where the Cuckoo takes advantage of the crow's parental care. 5. **Final Answer**: The correct answer is **Crow**.
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