​A researcher examined the features of newly hatched birds. Species A showed open eyes, down feathers and was able to move around. Species B lacked down feathers and was incapable of walking and its eyes were closed. Given this, choose the correct option.​

Correct option is B

Explanation-

Precocial birds:
       1.   Hatch with open eyes
       2.   Covered in down feathers
       3.   Able to walk/move shortly after hatching
       4.   More independent
Examples: Ducks, chickens, quail
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Altricial birds:
       1.   Hatch with closed eyes
       2.   Naked or minimal feathers
       3.   Cannot walk or move much
       4.   Depend on parents for warmth and feeding
Examples: Songbirds, pigeons, hawks

Species A:  Precocial
        Open eyes - Yes 
        Down feathers - Yes 
        Able to move  -  Yes
Species B: altricial
        Eyes closed 
        No feathers 
        Immobile 

Species A is precocial, and Species B is altricial.
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So, the correct answer is option b -  Species A is precocial and species B is altricial.