Question: In which insect, Ovipositor is modified into a spine
Options:
Hoppers
Thrips
Wasp
Termites
✅ Explanation: In wasps, the ovipositor, which is the egg-laying organ, has evolved into a stinger in many species. This stinger is used for defense and subduing prey.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-(a) Hoppers: Hoppers have an ovipositor for laying eggs,
-(b) Thrips: Thrips have a saw-like ovipositor for inserting eggs into plant tissue.
-(d) Termites: Termites are social insects and the queen is the only one that lays eggs.