Across
- 1. An organism, often an insect, that transmits a disease-causing agent, such as a virus or parasite, from one host to another.
- 3. predator The top predator in a particular ecosystem or food chain, not typically preyed upon by other organisms.
- 4. A wide variety or assortment of things.
- 6. An individual form of life, such as an animal, plant, or single-celled microorganism.
- 9. Extremely small in size or stature.
- 11. A deviation or diversion from the direct or usual route.
- 13. A parasitic disease caused by infection with trematode worms of the genus Schistosoma, commonly found in freshwater snails, and transmitted to humans through contact with contaminated water.
- 14. A mosquito-borne viral infection causing severe flu-like symptoms and, in some cases, potentially fatal complications.
- 16. Openly or explicitly; without concealment or disguise.
- 18. Pertaining to a group of reptiles that includes crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials.
- 19. Specialized cells found in the tentacles of certain animals, such as jellyfish, that contain stinging structures used for defense and capturing prey.
Down
- 2. The characteristic patterns of emotions, behavior, and response exhibited by an individual or animal.
- 5. A life-threatening disease transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes, characterized by fever, chills, and flu-like symptoms.
- 7. virus A mosquito-borne virus that can cause birth defects in babies born to infected mothers and has been linked to neurological complications in adults.
- 8. Full of danger or risk; potentially harmful or hazardous.
- 10. Threatening, dangerous, or causing a sense of fear or intimidation.
- 11. Gentle, submissive, and easily managed or trained.
- 12. The variety of plant and animal species present in a particular habitat or on Earth as a whole.
- 15. Deriving ideas, styles, or tastes from a wide and diverse range of sources.
- 17. Slightly salty or briny, often referring to water that is a mix of fresh and saltwater.