Question

Mouthparts of insects vary to a great extend among insects of different groups depending upon their feeding habits. Type of mouth parts present in butterfly & moths:

A Piercing and sucking Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B Sponging Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C Siphoning Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Rasping & lapping Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E Chewing & cutting Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

The type of mouthparts called "siphoning," are unique to moths and butterflies.  The tongue is actually a tube, and it is able to extend and siphon water and nectar or plant sap. 

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