What is another word for whale louse?
Pronunciation: [wˈe͡ɪl lˈa͡ʊs] (IPA) 
Whale louse, also known as cyamid or whale lice, is a parasitic crustacean commonly found on whales and other marine mammals. In scientific circles, these parasites are referred to as cyamids, but the term "whale lice" is also frequently used.
Other synonyms for whale louse include isopod, which is a type of crustacean that looks similar to a louse, and whale tick, which is commonly used to describe these parasites due to their resemblance to ticks.
Some other terms that are sometimes used to describe these parasites include whale flea, whale mite, and whale bug. While they are all parasites, it's important to note that whale lice are not the same as actual fleas, mites, or bugs, and they belong to a different class of crustaceans.
