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Definitions of terms used in this manuscript: Symbiosis—as originally and broadly defined, refers to any interactions between organisms, including mutualism, commensalism, or parasitism. Endosymbiont—a cell engulfed by another and the stable association of the two (intracellular). Enteric (ectosymbiont) bacteria—extracellular bacteria that predominantly live within the midgut of the animal host. |