Ornithophily refers to the pollination by which of the following?

Insects

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Birds

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Snails

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Air

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Solution

The correct option is C Birds
Ornithophily is a type of pollination that takes place in flowering plant by birds. The birds with long beaks like hummingbird show this type of pollination. The plants, which undergo ornithophily are usually bright coloured and unscented.

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