Question

Which of the following set of animals exhibits cutaneous respiration?

• A. Grasshopper and cockroach
• B. Fish and snake
• C. Caterpillars and tadpole
• D. Earthworm and fish

Answer 1

The correct option is A Grasshopper and cockroach

• Cutaneous respiration or cutaneous gas exchange is a form of respiration in which gas exchange occurs across the skin or outer integument of an organism rather than gills or lungs.
• Cutaneous respiration is only the method of gas exchange or may accompany other forms, such as ventilation. Cutaneous respiration is seen in Grasshopper and cockroach
• Hence, Grasshopper and cockroach exhibit cutaneous respiration
• So, the correct answer is 'Grasshopper and cockroach'.