Question

Which of the following is not a terrestrial habitat?

• A. Desert
• B. Mountain
• C. Forest
• D. Ocean

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Ocean

The correct option is D:

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The ocean is the aquatic habitat where plants and animals live in water.
2. Some other examples of aquatic habitats are ponds, lakes, and rivers.
3. The organisms that reside in the aquatic habitats are water hyacinth, lotus, fish, dolphins, etc.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Terrestrial habitat:

1. Terrestrial habitat is the habitat in which plants and animals live on the land.

Option A:

1. A Desert is a terrestrial habitat where a little amount of water and vegetation (plants) is found.

Option B:

1. Mountain is also a terrestrial habitat because it is very cold and windy.
2. In some mountains regions, snowfall may take place in winter.

Option C:

1. Forest is also a terrestrial habitat where different types of plants and grasses are found.

Final answer:

The ocean is not a terrestrial habitat.