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Question

How many species of finches were observed by Darwin on the Galapagos?

  1. 11
  2. 13
  3. 17
  4. 20

hintHint:

Scientist Charles Darwin proposed the concept of natural selection, by observing the finches (birds) on Galapagos island. These finches had different types of beaks.

The correct answer is: 13


    Darwin observed 13 finches on Galapagos island. He observed one other finch on cocos island.

    • While traveling through the island, Darwin noticed some birds.
    • These birds had different sizes and shapes of their beak.
    • The structure of their beak was changed due to adaptations.
    • All of these birds were evolved from same ancestors. Just their beak was different.
    • The shape of their beak was changed according to their feeding habits.
    • So, he observed 13 such finches.

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