The scientific study of coccidia, the parasitic organisms that infect the intestines of animals.
From 'coccidium' plus Greek 'logos' (study), literally 'the study of coccidia'.
Coccidiology is a surprisingly active field of research because coccidia affect billions of farm animals every year, costing the agriculture industry more money than malaria costs developing countries.
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