Aves - Biology Jamb Past Questions and Answers

Question 1 :

• JAMB 2019

A plant which grows on another plant without apparent harm to the host plant is called

A. An epiphyte
B. A saprophyte
C. A parasite
D. A predator
E. A hermaphrodite

Question 2 :

• JAMB 1995

Birds maintain their body temperature with the help of their

A. Blood which maintains constant temperature
B. Feathers which cover the body
C. Skin which conserves moisture
D. Veins which transport fluid of constant temperature to all body tissues

Question 3 :

• JAMB 1998

The bird's bill adapted for fishing is labelled

A. I
B. II
C. III
D. IV

Question 4 :

• JAMB 1998

Toes of the feet ending in sharp, curved hook suitable for holding and tearing are most likely to belong to the bird with the bill in

A. I
B. II
C. III
D. IV

Question 5 :

• JAMB 2002

Birds which are large with long straight pointed beaks, long necks and long legs are likely to be

A. Insect eaters
B. Fish catchers
C. Nectar feeders
D. Fruit eaters