A temporary, ectoparasitic nocturnal insect, with piercing and sucking type mouthparts is___________.

Pediculus

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Cimex

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Tachardia

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Musca

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Solution

The correct option is B Cimex
Cimex or bed bugs are parasitic insects. They belong to the family of Cimicidae. These are the organisms that feed on human blood. Cimex has skin-piercing mouthparts. The can penetrate through the skin and inject saliva with anticoagulants and painkillers. They are elusive and usually nocturnal.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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