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With reference to Bio-diversity, what is “Orretherium tzen”, which was making news recently?
A)
Bacteria
B)
Bird species
C)
Animal species
D)
Plant species

Correct Answer :   Animal species


The fossil of a skunk-like mammal that lived during the age of dinosaurs has been discovered in Patagonia region of Chile, South America.
Named as “Orretherium tzen” meaning ‘Beast of Five Teeth’, it is claimed to have lived lived between 72 and 74 million years ago. It is said to have been a herbivore and said to have lived in South America at the end of the Mesozoic era.

Published On : April 13, 2021
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