Which class contains animals that are mostly ectoparasites?

Cyclostomata

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Pisces

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Amphibia

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Aves

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Solution

The correct option is A Cyclostomata
Cyclostomes (animals belonging to class Cyclostomata) have a jaw-less mouth with a sucker. They are marine animals that are mostly known to be ectoparasites. Examples of organisms belonging to this class are petromyzon and myxine.

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