Answer to Question #64457 in Zoology for Sanjukta Ghosh

Question

What is supposed to fall under the title Bionomics?

Suppose we are dealing with a vector, Anopheles sp. are the following going to be included in its bionomics:
1. Life cycle
2. Interaction with parasite (Plasmodium sp.)
3. Mode of transmission of parasite by this vector
4. Control
5. Diseases caused ?

Answer 1

Bionomics is the comprehensive study of an organism and its relation to its environment.
Stages going to be included in the bionomics of Anopheles sp.:
1. Interaction with parasite (Plasmodium sp.)
2. Mode of transmission of parasite by this vector
3. Diseases caused