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Glossary Entomology / Term

Parasite

An animal that lives in or on the body of another living animal (the host) at least during a part of its life cycle. It feeds on the tissues of the host. Entomophagous insect parasites usually kill their host in the end.

Permanent link Parasite - Creation date 2020-04-19


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