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Which fish selectively feed on larvae of mosquitoes?

A

Gambusia

B

Rohu

C

Clarias

D

Exocoetus

Step-by-Step Solution

a key measure for the prevention and control of vector-borne diseases is the eradication of mosquito breeding places This includes the introduction of fishes like Gambusia into ponds, as they selectively feed on mosquito larvae While other fishes mentioned like Rohu (Labeo) and Clarias are common freshwater fishes, and Exocoetus is a marine flying fish, they are not specifically identified in the sources for this biological control role

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