Question

What are the special adaptations that endoparasites show?

Answer 1

1. Endoparasites lose unneeded sense organs because they are not required by the parasite.
2. Endoparasites have sticky organs or suckers that are always present in order for them to cling to the host.
3. Endoparasites exhibit digestive system loss.
4. They have a tremendous reproductive capability.
5. Such parasites have complex life cycles that entail intermediate hosts or vectors to promote transfer to the host.