Question

Longest gestation period is that of

• A. Human being
• B. Camel
• C. Rhino
• D. Salamandra atra

Answer 1

The correct option is D Salamandra atra

The gestation period can be defined as the time in which the foetus develops, which is counted from the fertilization and ends at the birth. The average gestation period of human beings is around 280 days or 40 weeks. Camels have a gestation period of 13-14 months or around 410 days. Rhinos have the average gestation period of around 450 days. Salamandra atra is a shiny black salamander which has the longest gestation period (among the given options) which is around two to four years

So, the correct answer is 'Salamandra atra'