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Distinguish between Ectoparasites and Endoparasites.

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The parasites which live on the body surface of the host are called ectoparasites. e.g., Lice. Bed-bug.
The parasites which live inside the body of the host are called endoparasites, e.g., Malarial parasite. Ascaris.

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