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Taenia solium, pork tapeworm
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Taenia solium, pork tapeworm
The pork tapeworm parasite can reach lengths of up to 8 metres. It is found in humans and animals which have consumed meat infected with the larvae
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Flatworm Hominini Homo Homo Sapiens Human Infected Internal Parasite Parasitic Plathelminthes Platyhelminthes Platyzoa Pork Taenia Tapeworm Worm Cestoda Invertebrata Pork Tapeworm Taenia Solium
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1. Title: "Taenia Solium: The Gigantic Pork Tapeworm Threatening Humans and Animals". This image showcases the Taenia solium tapeworm, an immense parasitic flatworm that can reach lengths of up to 8 meters (26.2 feet) in humans and animals. Taenia solium, also known as the pork tapeworm, is a member of the Cestoda class within the Platyhelminthes phylum, which includes other parasitic tapeworms. The Taenia solium life cycle begins when humans or animals consume raw or undercooked pork contaminated with the larvae, known as cysticercoids. Once inside the host, the larvae mature into adult tapeworms, which reside in the intestines and feed on the nutrients from the host's body. The Taenia solium tapeworm is a significant public health concern, particularly in developing countries where pork is a staple food source and proper cooking practices are not consistently followed. In humans, Taenia solium infection can lead to various health issues, including intestinal symptoms, neurological disorders, and even death. The Taenia solium tapeworm is not limited to humans; it can also infect various animals, including pigs, dogs, and other livestock. The parasite can cause economic losses for farmers due to reduced productivity and increased mortality rates in infected animals. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the intricate world of parasitic tapeworms and highlights the importance of proper food handling and cooking practices to prevent the transmission of Taenia solium and other foodborne parasites. Keywords: Taenia solium, pork tapeworm, tapeworm, parasite, parasitic, infected, Homo sapiens, Platyhelminthes, Cestoda, Taeniidae, Cyclophyllidea, Platyzoa, Plathelminthes, Hominini, flatworm, invertebrate, animal, pork, human, internal, worm.
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