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UPSC CSE 2024 · PYQ · Biodiversity / Insects · easy

The organisms "Cicada, Froghopper and Pond skater" are :

  1. A.Birds
  2. B.Fish
  3. C.Insects✓ Correct
  4. D.Reptiles

Explanation

Cicadas, froghoppers (spittlebugs), and pond skaters (water striders) are all insects belonging to the order Hemiptera (true bugs). Cicadas are known for their loud sound-producing organs. Froghoppers are famous for the spittle-like foam their nymphs produce on plants. Pond skaters are insects that walk on water surfaces using surface tension. All three have six legs and the typical insect body plan, confirming they are insects, not birds, fish, or reptiles.
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