Immunoecological succession in host-parasite communities.

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From the unique perspective of the parasite, each potential host exists as an ecosystem in its own right, comprised of biotic and abiotic components. If the parasite's limits of tolerance are not exceeded by the host environment, parasitism may occur. The organs of the host can be viewed as integrated communities comprised of distinct cell populations. Each population of cells occupies a unique ecological niche...

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