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Bacteria, fungi, insects, nematodes, plants, and viruses are parasites of trees. Canker and fire blight; anthracnose and root rot; and mosaic, necrosis, and ringspot are respective examples of bacterial, fungal and viral parasites. Examples of plant parasites include broomrape, dodder, mistletoe, and yellow rattle.
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Can you use branches from trees for hermit crabs?
You probably could but you want to make sure its free of bugs and parasites. Hermit crabs get parasites very easily
Why do bears scratch their backs on trees?
Bears scratch their backs on trees to remove dead fur, parasites, and to mark their territory with their scent glands.
Is the feeding habit of the woodpecker harmful or beneficial to the trees?
Absolutely beneficial, their only reason to peck on trees is to get at the insect parasites that are infecting the tree, if there are no insects there the woodpeckers will not even visit a tree.
What are parasite host in the deciduous forest?
Parasite hosts in deciduous forests can include trees, plants, and animals that provide a habitat for parasites to thrive. Trees such as oaks, maples, and beeches can host various species of parasites such as mistletoe. Animals such as deer and rodents can also serve as hosts for ticks and other parasitic organisms in these forests.
Why do Epiphytes grow on trees?
to reach more sunlight If it didnt grow on a tree it would not be an epiphyte. Epiphytes grow on trees without deriving any nourishment from them. Parasites on the other hand feed on their host and cause damage.
Why are herbivores not considered parasites?
Herbivores feed on plants for nutrition, but they do not typically harm the plants. In contrast, parasites feed on a host organism, often causing harm or damage to it. Herbivores play a role in the ecosystem by consuming plant material, whereas parasites rely on a host for survival.
How does the oyster mushroom obtain it nutrients?
Oyster mushroom is Basidiomycetes Fungus. They grow on trees and live as parasites on them . They obtain food nutrients such as nitrogenous substances from the trees and don't give anything back to tree & also doesn't harm the tree.
Are snakes parasites?
No - they are not parasites.
What organisms do giraffes depend on to survive?
They eat from the tall trees of the savanna and some birds will hang around them to eat the parasites that may get on them, therefore they stay healthy.
Are parasites endangered?
No, parasites are not endangered.
Are penguins parasites?
No, penguins are not parasites
Is centipedes parasites or carnivores?
parasites
