Q92
Identify the fauna with the help of given information: 1.The fauna is commonly known in India as Palapitta or Neelkanth, and is a protected species 2.It is the state bird of Telangana, Andhra, Karnataka & Odisha 3.It is an omnivorous bird mostly found near the edges of the forest rather than deep forest 4.The fauna was recently in news for being killed in large numbers during the Dussehra festival due to superstitious beliefs Select the correct answer from options given below:
A.
Forest owlet
B.
Black francolin
C.
Indian roller
AnswerD.
Great Indian bustard
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Indian Roller (Blue Jay), called 'Palapitta' in Telugu, may become the official bird of the soon-to-be Telangana state. It is the official bird of three states, including Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Karnataka.