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Which one of the following insects is the carrier of microfilaria

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Tabanus
  2. Culex mosquito
  3. Anopheles mosquito
  4. Aedes mosquito

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Culex mosquito

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B. Culex mosquito šŸ“š Explanation: The 'Culex' mosquito is the primary biological carrier of the parasitic worm that causes 'microfilaria', leading to diseases like lymphatic filariasis (elephantiasis). The mosquito transfers the larvae into the human bloodstream through its bite. These mosquitoes are common in tropical and subtropical regions. Controlling their population is essential for preventing the spread of this debilitating disease in rural and urban areas.