Multiple choice

Which mammal has the shortest gestation period?

  1. Kangaroo

  2. Armadillo

  3. Koala

  4. Domestic cat

  5. Opossum
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Explanation

Correct answer. Opossum has the shortest gestation period of 12 to 14 days only. In mammals the gestation duration varies from few days to many months in different orders depending upon their development. Order Marsupialia has the shortest gestation periods as the young ones are born very immature and complete development in the marsupium only.The gestation period is shortest for any mammal in case of opossum,which is only 12 to 14 days only. The new born takes 50 to 60 days in marsupium to develop fully and come out of it.

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