In which of the following, parasitic castration is observed ?

Carcinus maenus

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Anopheles

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Solution

The correct option is A Carcinus maenus
Parasitic castration is the alteration or destruction of gonad tissues by the parasites.
In Carcina maenas, Sacculina carcini is the parasitic castrator and it causes the degeneration of the androgenic gland.

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