Question

Which of the following placental mammal shows convergent evolution with numbat?

• A. Mole
• B. Lemur
• C. Anteater
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Anteater

Evolution can lead to similar adaptation in different groups of animals for survival in similar habitats. This type of evolutionary change is called convergent evolution. Some of the marsupials of Australia resemble placental mammals that live in similar habitats of other continents. For example, anteater is a placental mammal that shows convergent evolution with numbat, an Australian marsupial.

Lemur and mole are placental mammals that show convergent evolution with the Australian marsupials spotted cuscus and marsupial mole respectively.

So, the correct answer is - anteater.