Meat-borne parasitic zoonoses are generally not well-monitored, and so understanding
extent and overall prevalence is problematic. Without sufficient attention, their prevalence …

Linguatula serrata (Frölich, 1789) is a widespread parasite known as the tongue worm
belonging to the family Linguatulidae. The adult form of the parasite is usually located in the …

Linguatula serrata, Frohlich, 1789, is a cosmopolitan zoonotic worm-like parasite of
carnivores and other vertebrates including herbivores and omnivores. The adult form of the …

Identification of specimens belonging to the genus Linguatula (Pentastomida) is relatively
easy due to their unique morphology. However, differentiation between species of …

Linguatula serrata is an important zoonotic parasite with worldwide distribution. The
objective of the present study was to investigate the molecular characterization and …

Background/objective Linguatula serrata (L. serrata) is a worldwide zoonotic parasite and
one of the most widespread pathogens. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of L …

Pentastomids are arthropod parasites that primarily infect canids and vulpids as definitive
hosts, along with various herbivores serving as intermediate hosts. Understanding the …

Linguatula serrata, Frohlich, 1789, is a cosmopolitan zoonotic worm-like parasite of
carnivores and other vertebrates including herbivores and omnivores. The adult form of the …

Introduction: The phylum Pentastomida contains a highly specialized taxon with more than
120 species which infect the respiratory tracts of reptiles and other vertebrates. The species …