UPSC Prelims 2020·GS1·geography·ecology and environment

With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are

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Explanation

The terms 'Ceylon frogmouth', 'Coppersmith barbet', 'Gray-chinned minivet', and 'White-throated redstart' are all common names for different species of birds. These are distinct avian species found in various habitats across India and other parts of Asia, known for their unique appearances, calls, or behaviors. Ceylon Frogmouth: A nocturnal bird found in the Western Ghats and Sri Lanka, known for its cryptic plumage. Coppersmith Barbet: A small, brightly colored bird known for its distinctive metallic-sounding call, common in Indian urban and rural areas. Gray-chinned Minivet: A colorful passerine bird found in forests across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. White-throated Redstart: A small passerine bird typically found in mountainous regions, known for its distinctive white throat and reddish tail. All these names unequivocally refer to different types of birds.
geography: With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated re

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