In parasitology, the term paratenic describes a host that is not necessary for the development of a particular species of parasite, but nonetheless may happen to serve to maintain the life cycle of that parasite.Ģ0 K species described but plenty more unknown Occur in every conceivable habitat on Earth Probably most abundant animal group ( 1 million/m2 in sediments) Important parasites of plants and animals 1 mm If we're going to make sure that a horrifying epidemic of mind-controlling worms doesn't take over humanity, we're going to have to get to know our enemy a little better.Presentation on theme: "Phylum Nematomorpha “Horsehair worms” in Jaycox Creek"- Presentation transcript:ġ Phylum Nematomorpha “Horsehair worms” in Jaycox Creek Studies documenting the risk of horsehair worms infecting humans have been published recently and the results are more than a little disconcerting. Parasitic horsehair worms primarily target invertebrates like insects but scientists believe that the worms are increasingly becoming a concern for humans as well. Highly invasive, these creatures can take over a host's bodily functions, even going as far as rewiring their victims' brains. Many horsehair worms can even grow to be as heavy as the hosts they inhabit. Here you can meet members of the phylum Nematomorpha, creepy worm parasites that leave their victims scarred both physically and emotionally. Also known as horsehair worms, these disgusting pa rasitoid animals can be found in nearly every corner of the globe terrorizing their hosts and sucking the life right out of them. If you haven't been traumatized today, then you've come to the right place.
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