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