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Which one of the following birds species has eyes in-front of its head like in human beings?

A.
Tailor bird
B.
Weaver bird
C.
Indian robin
D.
Owl

Solution:

Concept:Monocular vision:?Birds with eyes on the sides of their heads have a wide visual field.It is useful for detecting prey.Such birds can focus on two different things at a time.When its eyes focus on two different things, it increases its range of vision.They don't have to move their heads to see around.They can see four times as far as we can.Example: Kites, Eagles, Vultures.??Binocular visionWhile those with eyes on the front of their heads have binocular vision.Such birds can estimate distances when hunting.When a bird focuses both eyes on an object, it can estimate the distance.They have to move their heads to see around. The binocular vision of birds makes them see distinctly.Example: Owl, Crows, Doves, Peacock, Nightingales, Parrots, Pigeons, etc.Explanation:Owl:An owl is a nocturnal bird, which means it sleeps during the day and is awake at night. They have eyes on the front of their head.Owls are carnivores. They eat rodents, small and medium-sized mammals, insects, fish, and other birds.Owls can rotate their neck back up to 270 degrees.?Thus, an owl has eyes in front of its head like humans.?

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