Parthenogenesis occurs in which of the following animals?

Sheep

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Sponges

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Ant

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Hydra

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Solution

The correct option is C
Ant

The correct option is C.
Parthenogenesis is a type of asexual reproduction in which female gamete or egg cell develops into an individual without fertilization.
Many insects like aphid, ant, bee, parasitic wasp reproduce parthenogenetically.
Option A:
Sheep reproduces by sexual reproduction.
Option B:
Sponges reproduces asexually by budding.
Option D:
Hydra reproduces asexually by budding and regeneration.
Final answer: Parthenogenesis occurs in ant.

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