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LO1 Parasitology
Identification of Parasites
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Name given to parasites found outside the body | Ectoparasites |
| Name given to parasites found within the body | Endoparasites |
| Which parasite is commonly found in rabbits | Cheyletiella |
| This parasite is a type of mange and has 8 stumpy legs on the upper section of its body | Demodex |
| This mite has an upside down pear shaped body and has combs on its feet | Cheyletiella |
| This parasite has 8 stumpy legs and is round in shape | Sarcoptes |
| Has a head, thorax and abdomen and is laterally flattened | Flea |
| Has a dorsoventrally flattened body | Tick |
| This type of louse moves slowly | Sucking |
| This type of louse moves quickly | Biting |
| Which species are more k=likely to be affected by roundworm | Puppies and kittens or pregnant/lactating |