Question

The host which harbours the asexual stages of the parasite is

• A. Definitive host
• B. Intermediate host
• C. Primary host
• D. Reservoir host

Hint:

Intermediate host = asexual stages; Definitive host = sexual stages; Reservoir host = natural parasite maintenance. Always distinguish based on reproductive stage of parasite.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The intermediate host is the host in which a parasite undergoes asexual reproduction or development. The definitive host is where sexual reproduction occurs. Primary host is another term for definitive host. Reservoir hosts maintain the parasite in nature. Hence, the intermediate host harbours the asexual stages.