Science Challenge #6 Question 2. Malaria is caused by infection with protozoal parasites called plasmodia. Specifically what female, blood sucking agent is responsible for transmitting this infection ? ANSWER: ANOPHELES MOSQUITO Correct responses received from: Sid Gospe, Alex Halliday, Merridy Hance, Curtis Pavel, Larry Coleman, Heather and Dave Banks, Beth Rowen, Daniel McLaughlin