Ectozoan (Noun)
Meaning
Any external parasitic organism (as fleas).
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The veterinarian prescribed a topical treatment to eliminate the ectozoan infestation on the dog's skin.
- Fleas are a common type of ectozoan that can cause discomfort and transmit diseases to their hosts.
- The ectozoan attached itself to the fish's scales, feeding on its bodily fluids and causing significant stress.
- After a trip to the beach, the child was covered in ectozoans that had to be carefully removed to prevent infection.
- Regular grooming is essential to detect and remove ectozoans that can infest the coats of domestic animals.