Pea plants were used in Mendel’s experiments because: (IFFCO 2022)

• While red ants might occasionally prey on BPH, they are not considered a significant natural predator in most rice ecosystems. Here's why:
-Habitat Preference: Red ants typically prefer drier environments and are not as commonly found in the flooded conditions of rice paddies where BPH thrive.
-Predatory Focus: Red ants have a broader diet and may focus on other prey that are more abundant or easier to catch in rice fields.
-Limited Impact: Compared to bugs and spiders, red ants have a limited impact on controlling BPH populations in most rice-growing regions.