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1.Microparasite
a. Much smaller than its host
b. Faster population growth than its host
c. Many parasite individuals supported by a single host individual
d. Mild to deleterious effect on host.
a.Examples: some bacteria, some fungi, some protozoans
2. Macroparasites
a. Smaller than its host
b. Faster population growth than its host
c. Few to many parasite individuals supported by a single host individual
d. Variable (but typically not too deleterious) effect on host
e. Examples: tapeworm, head louse, deerfly.
3. Parasitoid
a. Smaller to similar in size to its host
b. Comparable (but slightly slower) population growth rate than its host
c. One to few parasite individuals supported by a single host individual
d. Eventually fatal to its host
e. Example: many hymenopteran species (e.g., wasps).
4. Predator
a. Larger than its prey
b. Slower population growth than its prey
c. One predator individual consumes many prey individuals
d. Immediately fatal to its host
e. Examples: nematode-capturing fungus, blue-ringed octopus, assassin fly, lion, harpy eagle, college student.
What else can I help you with?
Are some fungi are parasitic?
Yes, quite a few are.
What are some examples of parasitic relationships?
fleas on a dog
What is an example of a parasitic bacteria?
There are many different types of parasitic bacteria in the world. Some of these include Brucella, Legionella, Mycobacterium, and Nocardia.
How do you spell parasitic?
The correct spelling is "parasitic."
Is a mushroom a decomposer?
Generally, yes. However, there are some mushrooms that are parasitic. A well-known parasitic mushroom is the ant mushroom.
Is a weed called a parasitic plant yes or no?
No, a weed is not specifically classified as a parasitic plant. Weeds are generally defined as unwanted plants that grow aggressively in gardens or agricultural settings. Parasitic plants, on the other hand, derive some or all of their nutrients from other living plants. While some weeds can be parasitic, not all weeds fall into this category.
Two parasitic arachnids?
Ticks and some mites. No spiders.
Name some parasitic plants?
the non-green plants which live on other living organisms and obtain food from them are called parasitic plants
Examples of parasitic nematodes?
Heartworm is an example of a parasitic nematode. Hookworms, pinworms, and trichina worm are also examples of parasitic nematodes. Parasitic nematodes affect plants as well, such as the pine wood nematode.
Are all roundworms parasitic?
No, not all roundworms are parasitic. While some roundworms are parasitic and can cause infections in animals and humans, there are also free-living roundworm species that live in various environments such as soil, freshwater, and marine habitats.
Are sponges parasitic?
No, sponges are not parasitic.
What is of a smaller vent-structure on the side of some volcanoes?
Parasitic Cone
