Dictyocaulus

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Dictyocaulus are a group of nematodes of the superfamily Trichostrongyloidea. These cause both widespread mortality and morbidity, particularly affecting the bronchi tree of ruminants.

Below are the three species of real veterinary significance;

Dictyocaulus Viviparus - Bovine Lungworm

Dictyocaulus filaria - Ovine Lungworm

Dictyocaulus arnfieldi - Equine Lungworm