The life cycle of a mosquito depends on the availability of standing or slow-moving water. if there is a lower-than-normal number of mosquitoes present in one area, which limiting factor is most likely the cause? a. a decline in populations of insect-eating birds b. a severe drought c. a reduction in pesticide usage d. an abnormally mild winter

Mosquito thrives on watery places particularly in stagnant water like discarded tires, flower vases and uncovered barrels. They are motivated to lay eggs in standing water containers where bacteria produce fatty acids. Therefore, the limiting factor most likely to cause the lower number of mosquito is a severe drought where proliferation of mosquito is difficult.

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