If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses. Which of the following is/are such bird/birds? 1. Painted Stork 2. Common Myna 3. Black-necke

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Q: 20 (IAS/2014)
If you walk through countryside, you are likely to see some birds stalking alongside the cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses.
Which of the following is/are such bird/birds?
1. Painted Stork
2. Common Myna
3. Black-necked Crane
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Science

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IAS

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The correct answer is option 2, i.e., Common Myna.

Common Myna is a bird commonly found in the countryside, and it is known to stalk alongside cattle to seize the insects disturbed by their movement through grasses. They also eat fruits, seeds, and grains.

Painted Stork is a wading bird found near freshwater bodies and wetlands. It feeds on fish, frogs, and insects in shallow water.

Black-necked Crane is a bird found in high-altitude wetlands and grasslands. It feeds on insects, invertebrates, and small rodents.