Zoology Library

Taenia solium: Taenia solium, commonly known as the pork tapeworm, is a parasitic flatworm that infects both humans and pigs. Understanding its morphology is crucial not only for the identification and diagnosis of infections but also for developing effective treatments and preventive measures. This article delves into the detailed morphological features of Taenia solium. Its … Read more

Fasciola hepatica: Fasciola, often known as the common fluke, is a parasitic flatworm that lives in the liver and bile passages of vertebrates, including dogs, pigs, sheep, cattle, and rabbits. Fasciola hepatica An illness known as fascioliasis, or liver rot, is brought on by the several species of Fasciola, such as F. hepatica, the liver … Read more

Reproduction in Paramoecium: Paramecium reproduces asexually by transverse binary fission and also undergoes several types of nuclear reorganisation, such as conjugation, endomixis, autogamy, cytogamy and hemixis, etc. Asexual Reproduction in Paramoecium Asexual reproduction is the more common mode of reproduction in protozoa. It allows for rapid population growth under favorable conditions. There are several forms … Read more

Locomotion in Amoeba and Euglena: Locomotion refers to the ability of an organism to move from one place to another. In unicellular organisms, locomotion is typically achieved through specialized structures or cellular processes that propel the organism forward. Locomotion in Amoeba and Euglena Amoeba moves using a unique form of locomotion called amoeboid movement, which involves … Read more