- A Anopheles mosquito, the malaria vector
- B Female Aedes aegypti mosquito
- C Culex mosquito, a vector for filariasis
- D Sandfly, a vector for leishmaniasis
Correct answer: B. Female Aedes aegypti mosquito
Explanation: Dengue fever is transmitted by the female Aedes aegypti mosquito (also Aedes albopictus). It bites during the day. Dengue is caused by the dengue virus (flavivirus, 4 serotypes). No specific treatment; supportive care.
Concept context
Pathogens, infectious diseases, non-infectious diseases, drugs, cancer, and public health. High NEET importance.