Question

Sequentially arrange the following life cycle stages of ixodid ticks
(A). Larva
(B). Adult
(C). Nymph
(D). Egg
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B), (C), (D).
• B. (B), (C), (D), (A).
• C. (D), (A), (C), (B).
• D. (D), (C), (A), (B).

Hint:

Remember that tick larvae have 6 legs (hexapod), while nymphs and adults have 8 legs (octapod).
This morphological distinction is a common question in entomology exams.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C