Parasitoid
noun
A parasitoid is an organism, typically an insect, that spends a significant portion of its life cycle attached to or within a host organism, ultimately resulting in the host's death.
The wasp is a well-known example of a parasitoid, as it lays its eggs inside caterpillars.
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host organism,parasitoid behavior,ecological role
noun
A parasitoid is an organism, typically an insect, that spends a significant portion of its life cycle attached to or within a host organism, ultimately resulting in the host's death.
The wasp is a well-known example of a parasitoid, as it lays its eggs inside caterpillars.
Usage tips
Neutral
host organism,parasitoid behavior,ecological role
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Pro Tip 1/1Ecological Concept
In ecology, understanding what a parasitoid does helps explain ecological interactions.
Parasitoids play a critical role in controlling pest populations.
Pro Tip 1/1Ecological Concept
In ecology, understanding what a parasitoid does helps explain ecological interactions.
Parasitoids play a critical role in controlling pest populations.
Pro Tip 1/1Ecological Concept
In ecology, understanding what a parasitoid does helps explain ecological interactions.
Parasitoids play a critical role in controlling pest populations.
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