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SPRINGERBRIEFS IN ANIMAL SCIENCES THE GIANT L...

This monograph presents complex data on Fascioloides magna from all aspects of its research
(general information  distribution  spectrum of hosts) and summarizes the latest information on
molecular structure of informative genes which were recently applied in resolving taxonomy and
biogeography of this veterinary important parasite. The giant liver fluke  Fascioloides magna 
is important liver parasite of free-living and domestic ruminants. Due to its biology 
distribution  medical impact  and invasive character  this liver fluke attracts attention of
wide spectrum of specialists - veterinary doctors  hunters and farmers  as well as scientists.
The parasite utilizes wide range of free living and domestic ruminants as definitive hosts 
with various pathological impacts ranging from moderate infections towards lethal effects.
Fascioloides magna is of North American origin where it occurs in five enzootic regions. It was
introduced to Europe along with its deer hosts in 19th century and it has established three
permanent natural foci. The giant liver fluke represents an outstanding model for studying the
origin  spatial distribution  migratory routs  and invasion processes of introduced species.

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