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|species =''C. punctata'', ''C. oncophora'', ''C. pectinata''
|species =''C. punctata'', ''C. oncophora'', ''C. pectinata''
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==Overview==
''Cooperia spp.'' are largely considered mild pathogens however there are a few species that are of greater veterinary importance, namely; ''C. punctata'' and ''C. pectinata''. These species are pariste of cattle and small ruminants and most species of this genus prefer warmer climates.
==Identification==
''Cooperia'' worms have a distinctive red colouration and a coiled appearance. The adults are between 5-8mm in length and males can be recognised by the presence of a dipropotionately large bursa at the anterior end.