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Study of reptiles is

  • (a) Rhinology
  • (b) Herpetology
  • (c) Nidology
  • (d) Ichthyology

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The study of reptiles falls under the field known as Herpetology. This branch of zoology focuses on reptiles and amphibians, examining their biology, behavior, and ecology.

Other Related Fields

  • Rhinology: The study of the nose and nasal disorders.
  • Nidology: The study of bird nests.
  • Ichthyology: The study of fish.

Each of these fields specializes in different groups of animals, highlighting the diversity within biological sciences.