Bopyridian

/bɒpɪˈrɪdiən/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of members of the crustacean family Bopyridae, or describing the parasitic lifestyle of such organisms.

Etymology

From 'Bopyridae' (the family name) plus the adjective suffix '-ian,' which means 'of or relating to'; similar formations include 'reptilian' or 'mammalian.'

Kelly Says

The bopyridian strategy of parasitism is so successful that some researchers believe understanding these creatures could unlock secrets about how parasites evolve to perfectly exploit their hosts without killing them.

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