Avian malaria is a devastating disease caused by a protozoan carried by a
mosquito, as is human malaria. So far, avian malaria has not been a problem
on the higher mountains in Hawaii because it is too cold for the parasite.
Which statement is the best explanation of how global climate change could
alter this situation?
OA. A warming climate likely would kill off the mosquito vector and its
protozoan payload, eradicating avian malaria.
O B. A warming climate could allow the parasite to live at higher
altitudes, increasing transmission of avian malaria.
O C. A warming climate likely would have very little effect on
transmission of avian malaria.
OD. It is impossible to predict the effect a warming climate would have
on the transmission of avian malaria.
