Cocciferous

/kɒkˈsɪfərəs/ adjective

Definition

Producing or bearing coccidia or coccids.

Etymology

From 'coccus' plus Latin '-ferous' (bearing or producing), meaning 'carrying or producing coccidia'.

Kelly Says

While this is a real scientific term, it's rarely used because scientists prefer more specific language about exactly which parasites or insects are present.

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