Family Endamoebidae refers to a group of single-celled amoebas that are commonly found in the gastrointestinal tracts of various animals. This family of amoebas is important in terms of medical research, since they have been implicated in several diseases. Synonyms for Family Endamoebidae include Entamoebidae, Entamoebinae, and Entamoeba histolytica. Despite the different names, these all refer to the same family of amoebas. Some species within this family are pathogenic and can cause serious health problems, so it is important to identify and treat them as soon as possible. Current research is focusing on developing effective strategies to combat these diseases and prevent their spread.