What is hypoparasitism?

Answer 1

Hypoparasitism is a biological phenomenon where a parasite experiences a reduced level of parasitism, often due to various environmental factors or host responses. Unlike hyperparasitism, where one parasite feeds on another, hypoparasitism refers to a situation where the host's immune system or other mechanisms limit the parasite's ability to thrive. This can result in a less severe impact on the host and may lead to a more balanced host-parasite relationship.