Ostrich Tapeworm Infection

A parasitic disease of ostriches caused by the cestode Houttuynia struthionis. The parasite inhabits the small intestine, particularly affecting young ostrich chicks, causing unthriftiness, emaciation, and increased mort...

Clinical signs

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Bird species

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Clinical Signs

General Systemic Signs

Anemia Emaciation Lethargy Unthriftiness Poor body condition Mild diarrhea Tapeworms in small intestine Pathognomonic

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Affected species

Ostrich Primary host Susceptibility: high

Associated Microorganisms

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