ICSE Class 9 Answered
How are mosquitoes different from houseflies?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 17 May, 2016, 06:54: AM
Expert Answer
MOSQUITO |
HOUSEFLY |
1. Antennae are fairly long |
1. Antennae are short |
2. Abdomen long and slender |
2. Abdomen short and oval |
3. Hind legs raised above and not resting on the surface while sitting |
3. Hind legs rest on the surface while sitting |
4. Mouth parts can pierce and suck |
4. Mouth parts cannot pierce, but can only suck |
5. Wings narrow |
5. Wings broad |
Answered by | 17 May, 2016, 08:54: AM