Parasites And Hosts

The video explains the difference between predators and prey, and introduces the concept of parasites. Unlike predators, parasites do not kill their hosts immediately but live on or inside them, causing harm. Fleas are given as an example of parasites that live on animals like dogs and cats. The video also discusses how parasites can spread diseases, using malaria as an example. The malaria parasite, Plasmodium, is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes, which act as vectors. The video concludes with a summary of the parasite-host relationship.

What is the relationship between predators and prey?

How do parasites differ from predators in terms of their feeding habits?

What is a host in the context of parasites?

Can you give an example of a parasite and explain how it affects its host?

What role do mosquitoes play in the transmission of malaria?