Question

Which of the following is not viviparous?

• A. Whale
• B. Elephant
• C. Platypus
• D. Flying Fox (Bat)

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Platypus

The correct option is C.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. Viviparous are the organisms that give birth to offspring
2. All mammals are viviparous except monotremes.
3. Monotremes are the only mammals that lay eggs.
4. Platypus or duck-billed platypus is one of the mammals that lay eggs.

The explanation for the incorrect options:

Option A

Whales give birth to offspring.

Option B

Elephant also gives birth to offspring.

Option D

The flying fox that is mat is a mammal and gives birth to offspring.

Final answer: Platypus is not viviparous.