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Which among the following is an oviparous mammal?

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Macropus
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Ornithorhynchus
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Delphinus
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Equus
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Solution

The correct option is B Ornithorhynchus
Majority of mammals are viviparous and give birth to young ones. But there are a few exceptions. These are the egg-laying mammals. They are oviparous and lay eggs.
Eg: Ornithorhynchus (Platypus).
Macropus is Kangaroo. Delphinus is the common dolphin. Equus is the genus of horse and donkey.
Macropus, Delphinus, Equus are viviparous and give birth to young ones.

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