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Family Eimeriidae

Description: Family Eimeriidae is a group of microscopic parasites belonging to the phylum Apicomplexa that primarily infects the intestines of animals, particularly birds and reptiles. These parasites are known to cause a variety of intestinal diseases in their hosts.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - In zoology, Family Eimeriidae refers to a taxonomic family that includes various species of coccidian parasites infecting the intestinal tracts of birds and reptiles.
   Sample Sentence: The family Eimeriidae consists of numerous species of parasites that can severely impact the digestive health of birds and reptiles.
2. Adjective - When used as an adjective, Family Eimeriidae describes something related to or characteristic of the Eimeriidae family.
   Sample Sentence: The veterinarian identified the presence of family Eimeriidae in the bird's stool sample, indicating an intestinal infection.

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Check out the following books on Amazon that provide further information about parasites and their effects on animals:

• Parasites in Animals: A Veterinary Handbook
• Avian Parasites and Parasitic Diseases
• Reptile Parasitology