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Sexual dimorphism is seen in Anopheles. Male and female Anopheles can be differentiated based on their
Sexual dimorphism is seen in Anopheles. Male and female Anopheles can be differentiated based on their
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The correct option is B Proboscis
The mosquitoes are dioecious. The mosquito's proboscis, is a long needle-like antenna that extends from the area of its mouth, is the best indicator of the insect's gender.
Male mosquitoes have a feather-like proboscis, while the proboscis of the female is relatively smooth, not bushy. The hair on the antenna is called as antennal flagellum
So, the correct answer is option B.
The mosquitoes are dioecious. The mosquito's proboscis, is a long needle-like antenna that extends from the area of its mouth, is the best indicator of the insect's gender.
Male mosquitoes have a feather-like proboscis, while the proboscis of the female is relatively smooth, not bushy. The hair on the antenna is called as antennal flagellum
So, the correct answer is option B.
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