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Uricotelic mode of passing out nitrogenous wastes is found in

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birds and annelids

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amphibians and reptiles

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insects and amphibians

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reptiles and birds

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The correct option is D reptiles and birds
Uricotelic organisms include terrestrial arthropods (including insects), lizards, snakes, and birds. They excrete nitrogenous wastes as uric acid in the form of pellet or paste with a minimum loss of water.

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