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infestation /in·fes·ta·tion/ (-fes-ta´shun) parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin and/or its appendages, as by insects, mites, or ticks; sometimes used to denote parasitic invasion of the organs and tissues, as by helminths. infestation [in′festā′shən] Etymology: L, infestare, to attack the presence of animal parasites in the environment, on the skin, or in the hair of a host. infestation parasitic attack or subsistence on the skin and/or its appendages, as by insects, mites or ticks; sometimes used to denote parasitic invasion of the organs and tissues, as by helminths. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The infestation has caused severe defoliation and has created concern over wood supply. To define the role of birds as reservoirs and disseminators of Borrelia spirochetes, we characterized tick infestation and reservoir competence of migratory passerine birds in Sweden. Obviously, a rodent infestation can tarnish a nursing home's reputation, but that is just part of the problem. |
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