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The connecting link between Orthopteroid and Hemipteroid insects is order:

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Phthiraptera bridges Orthoptera and Hemiptera based on evolutionary and morphological similarities.
Updated On: Jul 2, 2026
  • Psocoptera
  • Phthiraptera
  • Zoraptera
  • Mecoptera
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Recall the Orthopteroid and Hemipteroid insect assemblages and their shared/derived traits.
Step 2: Eliminate Zoraptera and Mecoptera, both are distinct derived orders.
Step 3: Distinguish Phthiraptera's transitional features from Psocoptera.
Correct option: Phthiraptera.
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