Which of the following is not a bird? Golden Mahseer? Indian Nightjar? Spoonbill? [2022]

Which of the following is not a bird?

Golden Mahseer
Indian Nightjar
Spoonbill
White Ibis

Explanation

Option (a) is not a bird

Golden Mahseer (Tor putitora) is a species of fish, not a bird.
Golden mahseer is a large, golden-coloured fish endemic to the Himalayan region. It is also known as the Tiger of Indian Rivers because it is the toughest freshwater sport fish. It is the national fish of Pakistan. It is also the state fish of the states of Arunachal Pradesh, HP, Uttarakhand, MP and the UT of J&K.
Distribution: Basins of the Indus, Ganges and Brahmaputra rivers.
Habitat: High-energy streams and rivers in montane and submontane regions. It has adapted to thrive in dams and lakes.
Threats: Habitat degradation, fishing, recreational activities, pollution and natural disasters
IUCN: EN

A photograph of a fish with a streamlined body, silvery scales, and yellow fins, displayed against a white background. A colored map showing a purple shaded region along the Himalayan mountain range across Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Myanmar, with yellow fish icons indicating specific locations within this area.

Option (b) is a bird

A bird species belonging to the family Caprimulgidae. It is distributed throughout India and other parts of South Asia. It is active during twilight.
Habitat: Inhabits various environments including forests, gardens, and urban parks.
Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List.

A side-by-side comparison featuring a map and a photograph. The map highlights the geographical range of a bird species across South Asia and Southeast Asia in orange, while the photograph shows the bird camouflaged on the ground with brown and gray plumage blending into the dirt and grass.

Option (c) is a bird

Spoonbill refers to several species of wading birds in the family Threskiornithidae, known for their distinctive spoon-shaped bills. Examples include the Roseate Spoonbill and the Eurasian Spoonbill.
They are globally distributed, found on every continent except Antarctica.

Photograph of a roseate spoonbill standing in shallow water surrounded by green grass. The bird features bright pink feathers, a distinctive spoon-shaped bill, and is facing forward with water reflections visible beneath it.

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Option (d) is a bird

White Ibis is characterized by its white plumage, long legs, and a long, curved bill. White Ibises are typically found in wetlands and shallow waters across various regions.

Photograph of a white ibis standing in shallow water, holding a small fish in its curved beak. The bird features bright red legs and facial skin, contrasting with its white feathers, set against a blurred natural background.
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Answer: (a) Golden Mahseer; Difficulty Level: Easy

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