Practice mode Entomology

What is the living organism called that is usually larger, stronger or more intelligent than the parasite living on it?

Correct answer A. Host

Explanation

A host is the organism that harbours and nourishes a parasite; it is generally bigger than the parasite and is usually weakened rather than killed outright.

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