Anopheles Head Male Female Model
Product Code : JC-BE-5215
The Anopheles Head Male Female Model (SKU JC-BE-5215) is a enlarged comparative teaching model depicting Male and female Anopheles mosquito heads. The model compares male and female Anopheles heads: the male has plumose antennae and feeds on nectar, the female has sparse antennae and uses the proboscis to pierce skin, while in both the palpi are about as long as the proboscis. As a Anopheles head model, it gives schools, colleges, medical and public health institutes a reusable aid for teaching mosquito identification without a preserved specimen.
Specifications
The listing describes a enlarged comparative teaching model depicting Male and female Anopheles mosquito heads, recommended for zoology, entomology and public health teaching; size, material, base and mounting are not stated and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Anopheles Head Male Female Model |
| SKU | JC-BE-5215 |
| Model type | Enlarged comparative teaching model |
| Subject depicted | Male and female Anopheles mosquito heads |
| Recommended use | Zoology, entomology and public health teaching |
| Antennae | Male plumose (feathery); female pilose (sparse hairs) |
| Maxillary palpi | As long as the proboscis in both, with tip differences |
| Proboscis use | Male nectar feeding; female piercing for blood meal |
Applications of the Anopheles head model
The model supports mosquito identification practicals and malaria teaching, where telling Anopheles apart from Culex and sexing adults are core skills.
- Mosquito identification practicals in zoology
- Malaria and vector control training
- Medical entomology teaching
- Comparison with the Culex head model
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers one Anopheles Head Male Female Model as a single teaching model. Its size, material, base and any key card are not given in the listing and are confirmed on the quotation. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of models and the delivery destination. Single models for a teaching museum and complete sets for zoology, parasitology and public health departments, including tender quantities, are supplied.
Frequently asked questions
How do the male and female Anopheles heads differ?
The male has plumose, feathery antennae and feeds on nectar; the female has pilose antennae and a proboscis used to pierce skin for blood.
Who uses this model?
It is used in zoology, entomology and parasitology courses at schools, colleges and medical and public health training institutes.
Are the size and material stated?
No. The listing does not give size, material or mounting; these are confirmed on the quotation.
Related products
- Culex Head Model
- Anopheles Male Female Model
- Anopheles Life Cycle Model
- Life Cycle of Mosquito All Species Model
More items are listed in the JaincoLab biology and zoology teaching models range.
Request a quote
To order the Anopheles Head Male Female Model, send the number of models and the delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected], quoting SKU JC-BE-5215. Institutions and contractors buying under a tender can also reach us via the tenders page.
