a persistent and irrational fear of a particular species or type of animal - most often snakes, rats, or other rodents. Encounters with the feared stimuli usually invoke a physiological response similar to fear and encounters are usually avoided where possible. Many animal fears begin in childhood and may be modeled by parents. The DSM-IV designation for this type of fear is specific phobia, animal type.
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