Question

    Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to Ruddy Shelduk:

    1. In India, it is known as the Brahminy duck.

    2. These ducks are migratory birds.

    3. Recently the first batch of about 50 members of the Ruddy Shelduk, arrived in Uttarakhand for a six month winter stay.

    A Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Both 2 and 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All are correct Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The first batch of about 50 members of the Ruddy Shelduk, popularly known as ‘Surkhab’ birds, arrived in Uttarakhand for a six month winter stay.

    In India, it is known as the Brahminy duck.

    It is distributed in Europe, Asia, Indian Subcontinent and a few pockets in Africa. These ducks are migratory birds.

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