NEETZoologyMicrobes in Human Welfare
What is the name of the bacteria used to control butterfly caterpillars?
Options
- ABacillus thuringiensis
- BBacillus thuringiensis toxin genes
- CBt-cotton
- DBt
Correct answer
A. Bacillus thuringiensis
Step-by-step solution
The very familiar beetle with red and black markings – the Ladybird, and Dragonflies are useful to get rid of aphids and mosquitoes, respectively. An example of microbial biocontrol agents that can be introduced in order to control butterfly caterpillars is the bacteria Bacillus thuringiensis (often written as Bt).