kleptoparasitism

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kleptoparasitism

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Alternative forms edit

cleptoparasitism

Etymology edit

klepto- +‎ parasitism

Pronunciation edit

IPA^(key): /ˌklɛptəʊˈpæɹəsɪˌtɪzəm/
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Noun edit

kleptoparasitism (uncountable)

The parasitic theft of captured prey, nest material, etc. from animals of the same or another species.

Derived terms edit

Related terms edit

kleptopredation