What is another word for haemoproteus?
Pronunciation: [hˈiːməpɹˌə͡ʊtɪəs] (IPA) 
Haemoproteus is a genus of parasitic protists that infect birds, especially in the tropics. This genus belongs to the family Haemosporida and is closely related to Plasmodium, the malaria parasite. Some common synonyms for the word Haemoproteus include blood parasite, avian malaria, and Haemoproteus infection. Another common term used to refer to different species of the genus Haemoproteus is hematozoa. These synonyms are frequently used interchangeably in scientific literature and medical research. It is important to note that while these terms are similar, they do not always indicate the same species or strain of the blood parasite.
