blood worm
"Blood worms" are named for their distinctive red color, often due to hemoglobin, and include various species used in fishing or as parasites.
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Definition
B2Marine Biology
(technical)A segmented marine worm, often used as fishing bait, known for its red color due to hemoglobin in its blood.
Example
- Fishermen often use blood worms to attract fish.
B2Freshwater Biology
(technical)The larval stage of certain midge flies, typically found in freshwater, known for their red color and used as bait.
Example
- Blood worms are a common choice for freshwater anglers.
C1Parasitology
(technical)A parasitic worm that infects the blood or tissues of its host.
Example
- The horse was treated for an infection caused by blood worms.
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