actinomyxidia
noun
Meaning
A group of microscopic, spore-forming parasites that primarily infect annelid worms as part of a complex life cycle.
Examples
- The life cycle of the actinomyxidia involves alternating between invertebrate hosts.
- Scientists have identified several distinct morphological stages within the actinomyxidia group.
Synonyms: myxozoan, parasite, microorganism, sporozoan