Question

Q15. Consider the following statements about Javan Green Magpie:

1. It is listed as a critically endangered species by IUCN.

2. It is endemic to montane forests in Asia and Europe.

Which of the above statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is A

a) 1 only

Javan Green Magpie

• IUCN: Critically Endangered
• It is endemic to montane forests on the Indonesian island of Java

Unique Attribute

• In the wild, they naturally dye themselves bright green by eating green insects that contain a yellow pigment called lutein.
• When they’re kept in cages, their colour can change from green to bright blue due to inadequate diet