Q. Which one of the following species of mosquito is primarily responsible for spreading the Zika virus?
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[A] Anopheles

[B] Culex

[C] Aedes

[D] Mansonia

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation – The Aedes species, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus, are the main vectors for the transmission of the Zika virus.

Source: The Hindu


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