− | ''T. axei'' are small trichostrongyle, typically aroun 5mm. They are grey when young, but become reddish brown when they mature. The spiculus are dissimilar and are not all of the same length. | + | ''T. axei'' are small trichostrongyle, typically around 5mm. They are grey when young, but become reddish brown when they mature. The spiculus are dissimilar and are not all of the same length. |