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Helminths
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Definition
: Commonly known as parasitic worms, this group includes the ACANTHOCEPHALA; NEMATODA; and PLATYHELMINTHS. Some authors consider certain species of LEECHES that can become temporarily parasitic as helminths.
GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; infection
Examples
Acanthocephala
;
Nematoda
;
Platyhelminths
;
Rotifera
Other names
Worms, Parasitic; Parasitic Worms; Nematomorpha; Gordius; Aschelminthes; Worm, Parasitic; Parasitic Worm; Nematomorphas; Aschelminthe; Helminth