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The term Darwin's finches was given to Galapagos finches by

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Huxley
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Spencer
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Wallace
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Lank
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Solution

The correct option is D Lank
  • The term Darwin's finches was given to Galapagos finches because, On his visit to the Galapagos Islands, Charles Darwin discovered several species of finches that varied from island to island, which helped him to develop his theory of natural selection.
  • Darwin's finches comprise a group of 15 species endemic to the Galápagos (14 species) and Cocos (1 species) Islands in the Pacific Ocean.
  • The term Darwin's finches was given to Galapagos finches by David Lank in the book Darwin's finches.
  • So, the correct answer is 'Lank'.

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