Question

Which of the following is an example of adaptive radiation?

• A. Darwin finches
• B. Australian marsupials
• C. Cichlid fishes
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Adaptive Radiation - It is the process of evolution of different species in a particular geographical area starting from a point and radiating to other geography areas (habitats).
Example $1.$ Darwin's Finches (one of the best examples of Adaptive Radiation)
Example $2.$ Australian marsupials
Example $3.$ Cichlid fishes of lakes Malawi and Victoria in Africa.