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Pneumatic bones are expected to be found in
A. House Lizard
B. Flying Fish
C. Pigeon
D. Tadpole of frog

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Hint: Air sacs are the blind-ended expansion of the bronchial tree of one's respiratory system, extending their diverticula into the medullary cavity of bones. These bones are termed as pneumatic bones. The Presence of air sacs make these Pneumatic bones lighter in weight, thus serve as an adaptation providing the flying ability to the birds.

Complete answer:
Option A –
The normal house gecko, is considered as a gecko native to Southeast Asia. They are also known as the Asian house gecko, Pacific house gecko, wall gecko as well as house lizard, or moon lizard.
Option B –
The Flying Fish or Exocoetidae are a family of marine fish in the order Beloniformes class Actinopterygii, they are also known as colloquially or flying cod.
Option C –
Pigeons belong to Columbidae. They are stout-bodied birds with short necks, as well as short slender bills that in some species feature fleshy ceres. They mainly feed on seeds, fruits, and plants.
Option D –
A tadpole is the larval stage in the life cycle of an amphibian. Most of the tadpoles are fully aquatic, though there are some species of amphibians which are terrestrial. Tadpoles have key features that may not be found in adult amphibians like a lateral line, gills, and tails.

The correct answer to the question is option – C Pigeons. .

Note:
The pneumatic bones are an essential part to birds for respiration. They are hollow bones that are connected to the bird's respiratory system as well as they are necessary for birds to be able to breath.