Trichuris

The roundworm family Trichuridae includes the genus Trichuris, often referred to as whipworms. The name whipworm refers to the shape of the worm; they look like whips with wider "handles" at the posterior end. The genus Trichuris includes several species that infect the large intestine of their host. Notable species include:


 * Trichuris trichiura (sometimes Trichocephalus trichiuris) - causes trichuriasis
 * Trichuris vulpis (dog whipworm)
 * Trichuris campanula (cat whipworm)
 * Trichuris suis (pig whipworm)

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