Q Which of the following birds is the namesake for Psittacosaurus?
- A Owl
- B Parrot
- C Eagle
B Parrot
The name Psittacosaurus means “parrot lizard.”
It was given this name because the shape of its beak closely resembles that of a parrot.
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