Strongyles Biology and Life Cycle
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What is the common anatomical structure found in the buccal capsule of Strongylus vulgaris?

  • No teeth
  • Single tooth
  • Three conical teeth
  • Two ear-shaped teeth (correct)
  • Which species of the Strongylidae family migrates to the liver as part of its life cycle?

  • Triodontophorus tenuicollis
  • Chabertia ovina
  • Strongylus equinus
  • Strongylus edentatus (correct)
  • Which life cycle characteristic is associated with Oesophagostomum?

  • Return to intestine from mesenteric artery
  • Non-migratory and restricted to gut mucosa (correct)
  • Form nodules in liver
  • Migrate to cecum after intestine
  • What symptom is commonly associated with infection by Trichonematidae?

    <p>Diarrhoea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prepatent period for Strongylus vulgaris?

    <p>6-7 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Oesophagostomum from Chabertia ovina?

    <p>Position of cervical papillae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species is characterized by a large buccal capsule with three tooth-like folds?

    <p>Chabertia ovina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following hosts is associated with Strongylus equinus?

    <p>Equines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which parasite is commonly associated with respiratory distress in galliform birds?

    <p>Syngamus trachea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary habitat for Amidostomum anseris in its host?

    <p>Gizzard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ancylostoma caninum primarily infect its host?

    <p>Skin penetration and ingestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common clinical sign of infection with Oesophagostomum species in pigs?

    <p>Growth retardation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prepatent period for Syngamus trachea?

    <p>18-20 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic describes the buccal capsule of Ancylostoma species?

    <p>Three pairs of teeth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key symptoms of infection with the gizzard worm, Amidostomum anseris?

    <p>Emaciation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of eggs does Syngamus trachea produce, and where does development occur?

    <p>Thin-shelled eggs; develop inside the egg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary symptom caused by the bursate helminths that leads to anemia?

    <p>Hemorrhagic gastritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which species of Cooperia is predominantly associated with cattle?

    <p>C.onchophora</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct prepatent period for Dictyocaulus viviparus in cattle?

    <p>3-4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What developmental stage does the L3 larvae of Nematodirus undergo before entering the intestinal mucosa?

    <p>Egg stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is not typically associated with Cooperia infections in calves?

    <p>Coughing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of diagnostic test is not used for detecting the presence of bursate helminths?

    <p>Blood test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The female of which genus has a pointed tail and a small vulval flap?

    <p>Cooperia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary anatomical site of infection for Nematodirus in sheep and goats?

    <p>Small intestine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prepatent period for Uncinaria trigonocephalum in dogs, cats, and foxes?

    <p>Approximately 15 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What symptoms are associated with Trichostrongylus infections in ruminants?

    <p>Weight loss and diarrhea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ostertagia ostertagi develop and migrate to the abomasum?

    <p>L3 develop in feces, migrate to herbage, and are ingested</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the distinguishing feature of Haemonchus species in ruminants?

    <p>Large size and bright red color</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following symptoms is primarily associated with Ostertagia infections?

    <p>Gastritis leading to decreased productivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main method of transmission for Trichostrongylus species?

    <p>Direct ingestion of ensheathed L3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size range for Uncinaria trigonocephalum?

    <p>1-3 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of Trichostrongylus species found in ruminants?

    <p>They lead to parasitic gastroenteritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Study Notes

    Strongyles

    • Family: Strongylidae
    • Genus: Strongylus, Triodontophorus, Chabertia, Oesophagodontus, Trichonema, Oesophagostomum, Syngamus, Amidostomum
    • Species: Several species exist within each genus, each with specific characteristics
    • Hosts: Primarily equines (horses, donkeys), ruminants (sheep, goats), and pigs
    • Location: Different species target different parts of the GI tract, like cecum, colon, trachea, bronchi, and gizzard
    • Morphology: Range in size from 1.5 to 5 cm; some have leaf-like crowns and teeth, others are cylindrical or hook-shaped, with a buccal capsule. Variation in tooth and papillae structure is characteristic for each species
    • Life Cycle: Non-migratory or migratory; involves development of larvae (L3) in tissues, returning to intestine or moving to lungs, various migration patterns. Specific prepatent periods (time until eggs appear in feces) exist
    • Pathogenesis: Varies by species, but can cause significant damage to the GI tract (ulcers, nodules, anemia).
    • Diagnosis: Typically involves fecal examination.

    Other Nematodes

    • Family: Trichostrongylidae
      • Genus: Trichostrongylus, Ostertagia, Hyostrongylus, Haemonchus, Cooperia, Nematodirus, Dictyocaulus, Metastrongylus
    • Hosts: Predominantly ruminants, and pigs
    • Habitat: Abomasum, small intestine (often migrating to rumen or lungs).
    • Morphology: Smaller, hair-like worms with varying sizes and structures; some with prominent buccal capsules or cuticular ridges; key morphological differences between species
    • Life Cycle: Direct or indirect, including stages of development in lungs. Variation in prepatent periods exist. Ingestion of L3 larvae or eggs containing various stages of larval development.
    • Pathogenicity: Cause gastritis, enteritis and other respiratory conditions. Symptoms include weight loss, diarrhea, and decreased milk yield. Damage varies depending on the infection intensity
    • Diagnosis: Fecal examination, larval culture often used to aid in diagnosis

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