Anthropophilic

Definition

Preferring humans as a source of nourishment or as hosts. This term is often used to describe parasites, especially blood-sucking insects.

Etymology

From Greek 'anthropos', meaning 'human', and 'philia', meaning 'love or affinity'.

Example

Mosquitoes are anthropophilic insects, feeding on human blood.

Related Terms

• Blood-feeding
• Human-associated