Dinophilea

/ˌdaɪnoʊˈfɪliə/ noun

Definition

A taxonomic group or organisms that are associated with or have an affinity for dinoflagellates.

Etymology

From Greek 'dino-' (dinoflagellate) + 'philea' (from 'phile,' one who loves), meaning organisms attracted to or dependent on dinoflagellates.

Kelly Says

Some organisms have literally evolved a 'love affair' with dinoflagellates—they depend on them so completely that if dinoflagellates disappeared, so would they!

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