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Which of the following is not a uricotelic organism?

AMammals

BReptiles

CBirds

DLand snails

Answer:

A. Mammals

Read Explanation:

  • Those organisms which secrete uric acid as a nitrogenous waste are known as uricotelic organisms.

  • Some uricotelic organisms are reptiles, birds, land snails, and insects.

  • They excrete uric acid in the form of a pellet or paste to conserve water and to reduce the weight of the body because removal of uric acid requires a minimum amount of water.


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