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Question 25
Consider the following statements:
1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season.
2. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.
3. Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season.
2. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.
3. Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
AOptions
A
A) 1 and 2 only
B
B) 2 and 3 only
C
C) 1 and 3 only
D
D) 1, 2 and 3
BSolution
Let's analyze each statement:
1. Statement 1 is correct. Lions, unlike many other seasonal breeders, do not have a specific breeding season. Mating and births can occur throughout the year, although there might be peaks in certain regions depending on prey availability.
2. Statement 2 is correct. Cheetahs are unique among the larger felines. While they are often grouped with 'big cats', they belong to a different genus (Acinonyx) than roaring cats like lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars (Panthera). Cheetahs purr like domestic cats but do not have the specialized larynx and hyoid apparatus required for roaring.
3. Statement 3 is incorrect. Male leopards, like male lions and other large felids, *do* proclaim their territory through scent marking (e.g., urine spraying, rubbing against trees, leaving claw marks). This is a common territorial behavior among many solitary and social carnivores. The statement implies they don't, which is false.
Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
1. Statement 1 is correct. Lions, unlike many other seasonal breeders, do not have a specific breeding season. Mating and births can occur throughout the year, although there might be peaks in certain regions depending on prey availability.
2. Statement 2 is correct. Cheetahs are unique among the larger felines. While they are often grouped with 'big cats', they belong to a different genus (Acinonyx) than roaring cats like lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars (Panthera). Cheetahs purr like domestic cats but do not have the specialized larynx and hyoid apparatus required for roaring.
3. Statement 3 is incorrect. Male leopards, like male lions and other large felids, *do* proclaim their territory through scent marking (e.g., urine spraying, rubbing against trees, leaving claw marks). This is a common territorial behavior among many solitary and social carnivores. The statement implies they don't, which is false.
Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
CStrategy
For questions on animal biology, focus on distinguishing characteristics and common behaviors. Be aware of exceptions within broad categories (e.g., cheetahs among big cats). Avoid assuming uniformity across similar species.
DSyllabus Analysis
Environment & Ecology: Biodiversity (Animal Behaviour, Zoology).
EQuestion Analysis
This is a factual question from Biology/Environment, testing specific knowledge about big cat behavior. Statement 3 is a common misconception or an attempt to trick the test-taker. Statements 1 and 2 are well-established facts. Medium difficulty.