In the highlands of southern Brazil sat an “aggressive” creature covered in scars and visibly infected by parasites.

Trichuris incognita is a newfound intestinal roundworm closely related to the whipworm parasite. However, it is significantly ...

Parasitic infections or worms can affect anyone, regardless of age or location. While often associated with unsanitary ...

New research reveals that canine hookworms in Australia are developing growing resistance to drugs. New research indicates ...

The 39th U.S. president aimed to quash the debilitating water-based infection before he died. Through the Carter Center's ...

The mouth, gills, opercula and fins were examined for the presence of ectoparasites, and the viscera and gastrointestinal tract, for the presence of endoparasites. The collection, fixation, counting, ...

Scientists discover a rare parasitic crustacean in Taiwan's black corals, revealing surprising marine survival strategies.

Though genetics are a driving force of evolution, many evolutionary changes were a result of random occurrences or being at ...

Rare parasite discovered in Polish pigs; experts highlight economic impact, health risks and advances in meat inspections.

Among New Guinea’s rainforest inhabitants is a group of birds called pitohuis, chatty songbirds that stand out for their loud ...

A fter a re-emergence sparked a national emergency in Costa Rica in February of last year, New World Screwworm (NWS) fly ...

Texas officials issue warning about dangerous New World Screwworm parasite detected in Mexico, spreading north.