endoparasite

• Nom désignant tout parasite qui vit à l'intérieur du corps de son hôte, notamment dans les organes internes des animaux, comme les vers intestinaux.

A noun referring to any of various parasites that live in the internal organs of animals, especially intestinal worms.

1. Internal organism parasiteB2formalmedical

   Any parasite that lives inside the body of its host, often within the intestines, tissues, or organs.

   Endoparasite

   • Tapeworms are common endoparasites found in mammals.
   • The veterinarian treated the dog for endoparasites.
   • Endoparasites can cause serious health issues if left untreated.

   Synonymesentoparasite

   Antonymesectoparasite

2. Biological classificationC1formalscientific

   An organism that completes all or part of its life cycle inside the host's body, deriving nutrients at the host's expense.

   Endoparasite (classification biologique)

   • Protozoans such as Giardia are endoparasites that infect the digestive tract.
   • Endoparasites differ from ectoparasites by living internally rather than on the surface.
   • The study of endoparasites is important for understanding tropical diseases.

   Synonymesentoparasite

   Antonymesectoparasite