Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Cicadas are insects known for their spinning silk cocoons.
2.Cicada insects are predominantly found in tropical climates, including deserts, grasslands, and forests.
3.In India, the cicada inhabits the dense forests of the Garo Hills.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. Cicadas do not spin silk cocoons; instead, they are known for their distinctive sound production and their unique life cycles.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Cicadas can be found in various tropical climates, including deserts, grasslands, and forests. They inhabit different regions worldwide, from temperate to tropical climates, with a higher diversity in tropical regions. The cicada inhabits the dense forests of the Garo Hills in Meghalaya, India. This was recently highlighted by the discovery of a new species of cicada, the Butterfly Cicada, which is localized in the Garo Hills and Ri-Bhoi districts, preferring thick forests and native vegetation.
Source: Forum IAS
