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The gestation period of small insectivores is typically:
Options
A Longer than herbivores
B Shorter than herbivores
Correct Answer
C Equal to herbivores
D Absent
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Small mammals like insectivores typically have shorter gestation periods compared to large herbivores, which have longer gestations to produce more developed young.

Hint

Consider the relationship between body size, metabolic rate, and gestation length.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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