How are parasitoids different than parasites?
A) they are usually not insects
B) they affect only plants
C) the host is killed
D) they have no lasting effect on their hosts
E) they usually only affect the eggs of birds

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Parasitoids differ from parasites in that they ultimately kill their host. Parasites, on the other hand, usually live in or on their host for an extended period of time, but do not typically kill it.

How Are Parasitoids Different Than Parasites