Multiple choice

In scientific nomenclature, a number of humorous names exist. Which of the following species is named after a mythical character from Lewis Carrol's poem named 'Jabberwocky'?

  1. Jackal

  2. Dinosaur

  3. Frog

  4. Bat

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Genus name Borogovia, which is an extinct dinosaur, is named after the borogove, a mythical character from Lewis Carrol's poem named 'Jabberwocky'.