Stellantchasmus [Stellantchasmus]

Description

Stellantchasmus is a genus of flukes within the Heterophyidae family that are known for their parasitic relationship with birds and mammals, including humans, as their definitive hosts. The lifecycle of Stellantchasmus species requires snails as the first intermediate host and fish as the second. These parasites are a concern for human health due to the risk of stellantchasmosis, a condition contracted by consuming infected fish, which can lead to gastrointestinal disturbances.

Species

Stellantchasmus falcatus [Stellantchasmus falcatus]

View Details

Stellantchasmus dermogenysi [Stellantchasmus dermogenysi]