The fertilizer obtained from the droppings of sea birds along the coasts of Chile and Peru is

Guano

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Solution

The correct option is A Guano
Guano is a natural fertilizer derived from the deposits of feces and urine or dropping from seabirds, bat, and seals collected from the coastal areas. Guano is formed where favorable climatic conditions ensured a minimal loss of nutrients from organisms through leaching. It is mainly used for vegetable gardens.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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