BI471 - Parasitology Lab Practical #3

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What are the characteristics of Phylum Acanthocephala?

  • Known as the “spiny-headed” or “thorny-headed” worms

  • Inhabit the intestines of fish, mammals, birds

    • Rarely inhabit amphibians and reptiles

  • Use hooked proboscis for attachment

  • Have pseudocoelem (or blastocoelem)

  • Lack digestive system

  • Poorly developed systems

  • Key feature: thorny eversible proboscis


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What species is this?

Acanthocephala sp. Adult. w.m.

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From whom does Acanthocephala sp. acquire nutrients?

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What are some characteristics of Phylum Nematomorpha?

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What species is this?

Unidentified nematomorphs. Adults.

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What are some characteristics of Phylum Mollusca?

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What species is this?

Glochidia larvae.

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What are some characteristics of Phylum Annelida?

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