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Nope - they can reproduce all by themselves - by dividing.

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No, bacteria do not need a host to reproduce. They can reproduce through a process called binary fission, where they divide into two identical daughter cells. However, some bacteria do require a host to provide nutrients or an environment for optimal growth and reproduction.

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