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  • Ecology
  • Conservation Biology
  • Parasitology

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  • Parasites are vital for ecosystem regulation and biodiversity, yet often overlooked in conservation.
  • Current conservation paradigms focus on parasite eradication, hindering unbiased conservation goals.
  • Most parasite species are understudied, underfunded, and underappreciated despite their ecological importance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Advocate for a paradigm shift in parasite perception, valuing them as essential consumer species.
  • Develop novel conservation metrics and adapt existing tools to address unique threats to parasites.
  • Establish a framework for parasite-inclusive conservation strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Adapted concepts from epidemiology and economics, including host-density thresholds and cost-benefit analysis.
  • Devised new metrics: margin of error (risk of host extinction) and minimum investment (cost for host support).
  • Proposed an extension of population viability analysis for host-parasite assemblages to assess extinction risk.

Main Results:

  • The proposed framework aids in identifying parasites that are easier to conserve with minimal host health risks.
  • New metrics quantify risks and costs associated with parasite conservation, guiding practical interventions.
  • An extended population viability analysis can assess extinction risks for host-parasite systems.

Conclusions:

  • Parasitic biodiversity requires explicit conservation efforts and a re-evaluation of their ecological roles.
  • Adapted conservation tools, including novel metrics and risk assessments, are necessary for effective parasite protection.
  • Ex situ conservation programs may be considered for critically endangered parasites, balancing host protection.