The adult Culex and Anopheles can be distinguished with the help of:
Correct answer: B. Sitting posture
- A. Mouth parts/colour
- B. Sitting posture
- C. Antennae/wings
- D. Feeding habits
Explanation
Two common mosquito genera, the Anopheles and Culex can be easily identified by their sitting postures. When sitting, the abdomen of Anopheles is always held at an angle to the surface while that of Culex is held parallel to the surface.
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