Strongylus vulgaris

STRONGYLUS VULGARIS

Common name Red worm of horses
Size Male : 1.4-1.6 cm; Female : 2-2.4 cm
Host
Equines
Location
Large intestine
Aneurysm of anterior mesenteric artery
Head end
  • A large and deep buccal capsule.
  • Mouth opening is surrounded by external and internal leaf crowns.
  • A dorsal tooth with bifid tip (ear shaped) is found at the base of the buccal capsule.
  • The thickening of the internal wall of the buccal capsule forms the dorsal gutter.

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