Epizoochorous

• Title

  Epizoochorous

• Definition

  A type of seed dispersal in which the diaspore sticks to the skin, feathers, or fur of animals by barbs, hooks, or a viscid glue-like substance. Those that stick to dispersal agents by barbs or hooks are also called sticktights.

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