ectoparasite
ectoparasite
Definition
ecto·para·site (ek′tō par′ə sīt′, -tə-)
noun
any parasite that lives on the outer surface of an animal
ec′to·par′a·sit′ic (--sit′ik) adjective
ectoparasite
Usage Examples
Converse of object
- call: Moose have a large number of parasites on their coat ( called ectoparasites ).
- control: It also controls animal ectoparasites, biting flies, and cockroaches.
Adjective modifier
- other: An understanding of mechanics of louse transmission may reveal the basis for host specificity among lice and other ectoparasites.
- facultative: The facultative species can be subdivided into primary and secondary facultative ectoparasites.
- obligatory: Obligatory ectoparasites must have a living host to complete their development and are unable to survive in the absence of the host.
- common: Many livestock producers believe that OP dips are the most effective means of controlling common ectoparasites on sheep, such as scab and blowfly.
Modifies a noun
- control: Parasite prevention care program A regular worming, flea and other ectoparasite control program can be suggested by your vet.
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