NEET 2026 Biology question

Which of the following is not an example of convergent evolution?

(1)Flippers of penguins and dolphins
(2)Eyes of octopuses and mammals
(3)Fore limbs of whales and batsCorrect
(4)Wings of butterflies and birds

Answer: (3)

Solution

Convergent evolution gives analogous structures: different origins and structures, similar function. Flippers of penguins and dolphins, eyes of octopus and mammals, and wings of butterflies and birds are analogous

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