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Consider the following statements:

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  1. Lions do not have a particular breeding season.

  2. Unlike most other big cats, cheetahs do not roar.

  3. Unlike male lions, male leopards do not proclaim their territory by scent marking.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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Answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

  • Statement 1: Correct. Lions can breed throughout the year and do not have a specific breeding season. Female lions can go into estrus at any time of the year.

  • Statement 2: Correct. Cheetahs are unique among big cats in that they cannot roar. Instead, they make a variety of other vocalizations, including purring, chirping, and growling.

  • Statement 3: Incorrect. Male leopards do proclaim their territory by scent marking, just like many other big cats, including lions. They use urine and other secretions to mark their territory and communicate with other leopards.

Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct, making option (a) the right answer.

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