The scientific study of birds is called _______.

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SSC CGL 2020 Tier-I Official Paper 13 (Held On : 20 Aug 2021 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Orinthology.

Key Points

The word Ornithology comes from two Greek words-'Ornis' (Birds) and 'logos' (theory).
It deals with the scientific study of all aspects of birds like body shape, appearance, habitat, migration pattern, mating behaviour, warning predators, flock movement, voice, ability to mimic, etc.
A person who studies birds is known as an Ornithologist.

Important Points

Gerontology is known as the study of old age.
Pomology is the branch of science that involves the study of Fruits.
Ichthyology is the branch of zoology which deals with the study of fish, including bony fish, cartilaginous fish, and jawless fish.

Additional Information

Conservation of Migratory Species (CMS) or the Bonn Convention is the only global convention that provides a platform for the conservation of migratory species, their habitat, migration routes, etc.
India became a signatory to the Bonn Convention for the conservation of migratory species in 1983.
The 13th COP (Conference of Parties) of CMS was hosted by India in February 2020 at Gandhinagar (Gujarat).
The Theme of CMS COP 13 was "Migratory species connect the planet and we welcome them home".
The COP 13 logo was inspired by 'Kolam' which is a traditional art form of South India.
Gibi- The Great Indian Bustard' was the mascot for CMS COP 13.
The Great Indian Bustard is a critically endangered species under the Wildlife Protection Act 1972.