NEET 2026
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NEET 2026 · Biology · Chapter
As one moves away from the equator towards the poles, species...
As one moves away from the equator towards the poles, species diversity generally decreases. Based on this latitudinal gradient, which of the following regions harbours the lowest number of bird species?
Options
- AColombia
- BIndia
- CNew York
- DGreenland
Correct answer
D. Greenland
Step-by-step solution
Species diversity decreases as we move away from the equator towards the poles.
Colombia is located near the equator and has about species of birds.
India is mostly in the tropical region and has more than species of birds.
New York is in the temperate region ( N) and has species of birds.
Greenland is in the polar region ( N) and has only species of birds.
Therefore, Greenland harbours the lowest number of bird species among the given regions.
Answer: Greenland
Colombia is located near the equator and has about species of birds.
India is mostly in the tropical region and has more than species of birds.
New York is in the temperate region ( N) and has species of birds.
Greenland is in the polar region ( N) and has only species of birds.
Therefore, Greenland harbours the lowest number of bird species among the given regions.
Answer: Greenland