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Haemoproteus

Haemoproteus

9.9
A parasite that lives in the blood of birds, reptiles, and amphibians and can make them sick
  • noun
  • /ˌhiːməˈproʊtiːəs/
  • Specialized
: Haemoproteus
  • Researchers discovered Haemoproteus parasites in the blood samples of wild songbirds.

Examples

  • Did you know that Haemoproteus can be transmitted by insect bites?

  • Veterinarians studied the life cycle of Haemoproteus in captive reptiles.

  • Infections caused by Haemoproteus can affect the health of certain bird populations.

  • The Haemoproteus parasite can severely affect bird populations.

  • Infections caused by Haemoproteus can affect the health of certain bird populations.

  • Researchers discovered Haemoproteus parasites in the blood samples of wild songbirds.

  • The Haemoproteus parasites in captive reptiles can lead to significant health issues.

Synonyms

genus Haemoproteus
vsHaemoproteus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of very small parasites that live in the blood of birds and reptiles

includes amphibian hosts as well giving a wider host range

Compounds

genus Haemoproteus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of very small parasites that live in the blood of birds and reptiles

Surface Forms

Haemoproteus singular
Haemoproteus plural

Morphology

Haemoproteus = Proteus (opaque) = haemo + proteus

A specialized taxonomic name formed with a classical combining form plus a genus name; the meaning is not inferable by an average learner.

Etymology

The word Haemoproteus comes from the parts haemo- meaning 'blood' and Proteus a name used for things that 'change form' and seen in the English word protean meaning 'changeable'. So Haemoproteus is a fitting name for a tiny parasite that lives in the blood and can change form.