Which of the following insects has a tarsus that ends in a pretarsus with a pair of claws and cushion-like pulvilli?

✅ Explanation: Insects from all three options—grasshoppers, bees, and houseflies—have a tarsus (the last segment of the insect's leg) that ends in a pretarsus with a pair of claws and pulvilli (cushion-like structures). These features help insects with gripping and adhering to surfaces.
Claws: Used for grasping surfaces or holding onto substrates.
Pulvilli: Soft, cushion-like pads that help with adhesion, allowing the insect to cling to smooth or vertical surfaces. These structures are often covered in microscopic hairs that interact with the surface to enhance grip.
(a) Grasshopper: Grasshoppers have tarsi with claws and pulvilli, particularly on their hind legs, which are adapted for jumping and clinging to plants.
(b) Bee: Bees also have tarsi with claws and pulvilli to help them cling to flowers while feeding and moving.
(c) Housefly: Houseflies are well known for their pulvilli on the tarsus, which help them cling to smooth surfaces such as windows or walls, using a combination of adhesion and claws.