Hypodermosis
- Pronunciation
- /hi-po-der-moh-sis/
- Category
- Disease
- Singular
- Hypodermosis
- Plural
- Hypodermoses
Definition
A disease caused by parasitic larvae of flies belonging to the family Oestridae, affecting a variety of hosts, including deer.
Etymology
From Greek 'hypo-', meaning 'under', and 'derma' meaning 'skin'.
Example
Hypodermosis in deer can cause significant economic losses due to reduced meat production and skin quality.
Related Terms
- Flies
- Parasites
- Deer
Usage Notes
Hypodermosis is a serious concern for deer populations, particularly in areas with high prevalence of the parasite.