Incorrect Statement About Camel
Which of the following statement is NOT true about camel?
- Both male & female camel have a well-defined breeding season particularly from November to March
- Cocking of tail is a method of pregnancy diagnosis in camel
- Common cause of abortion in Indian camel is trypanosomiasis or scarcity of fodder
- 99% of pregnancies in camel are right horned — Correct Answer
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 99% of pregnancies in camel are right horned (NOT TRUE)
The statement "99% of pregnancies in camel are right horned" is NOT true. The correct fact is that 99% of pregnancies in camel are LEFT horned (i.e., pregnancy predominantly occurs in the left uterine horn).
True Statements About Camel
- Breeding season: November to March (well-defined seasonal breeder)
- Pregnancy diagnosis: Cocking of tail (tail deviation) is a method used
- Common cause of abortion: Trypanosomiasis (Surra) or scarcity of fodder
- Gestation period: 390 days (1 year + 1 month + 1 day)
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