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The spread of mosquito-borne diseases can be controlled by introducing vector control fish such as:

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Gambusia

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Labeo

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Hilsa

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Catla

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The correct option is A Gambusia
Gambusia is commonly called "mosquito fish". They can eat a large number of mosquito larvae and therefore, are a good way to control mosquito population and mosquito-borne diseases.

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