Organisms reproducing throughout the year are called _______ breeders, e.g., ______ and those who show recurring sexual activity are called _______ breeders, e.g., ________ .

Options

A. continuous, sparrow, seasonal, hen
B. seasonal, lizard, continuous, hen
C. continuous, man, seasonal, tiger
D. seasonal, hen, continuous, tiger

Answer

C

Explanation

On the basis of time of breeding, animals are of two types, i.e., continuous breeders and seasonal breeders. Some of the organisms have the ability to reproduce and remain sexually active throughout the year. These are called continuous breeders, e.g., man, mice, etc. Some animals remain sexually active only during a certain period (recurring sexual activity), they are called seasonal breeders, reproduce only during favourable conditions or breedin period e.g., dog, birds, frog, lizard, tiger, etc.