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The larvae of moth flies like to hang in and around drains, underneath drain plugs and screens, and inside of pipes. They feed on the gelatinous film found in these areas of bathroom sinks, tubs, toilets and kitchen sinks.
Ribbon WormAt a minimum of 8 inches long, the ribbon worms body is long and lean with finlike appendages. Some giant ribbon worm species or ‘Lineus longissimus’ may reach up to 100 feet long.
Basement Worms 101House worms love basements because they love cold, dark, and damp places. A few of the most common types of worms that can be found in homes and basements include the case bearing clothes moth (larvae), moth flies (larvae), and the immature millipede.
Dog Ring Worm PicturesIf you would like to browse through a large number of pictures of worms in one place, there are several credible websites to choose from. These include Photo Vault and Pic Search.
How to Get Rid of BagwormsBagworms have few known predators and even fewer known parasites, so some of the most effective control measures often involve chemicals. Chemical control of bagworms should last around two weeks.
How to Get Rid of the Flat WormThe flat worm is usually medium-brown in color with dark markings or stripes. Some worms may appear gray to greenish/gray as well. All types feed on earthworms, so beware.
What is a Cucumber Worm?A cucumber worm is a white worm that tunnels its way into cucumbers and other fruits and vegetables, leaving waste or “frass” at the entry point.
Worms in StoolWorms in the stool can indicate any number of worm infections ranging from hookworm to tapeworm. The parasitic hookworm is around a half-inch-long while a tapeworm can reach up to a staggering three feet long if left untreated.
How to Get Rid of Horsehair WormsHorsehair worms can only parasitize suitable insect hosts, so after crushing pests such as crickets, millipedes, or centipedes, the worms will quickly exit the body and crawl for cover. Unless you kill them right after exiting the body, they parasitize another insect.
Bathroom Worms or Moth Flies?If you’ve noticed small worm-like creatures crawling around on your bathroom floor or around the drains in your sinks, chances are they are the larvae of the moth fly. Moth flies, also called “drain flies,” “filter flies,” or “sewer flies,” are grayish or dark. They have hundreds of fine hairs covering the wings and the [...]
Human Intestinal WormsThere are more than 3,200 types of parasites in existence today and at any given time, the human body may be infected with dozens of them. The most common parasite in humans is the worm. Parasites are divided into the following categories: Cestoda, Nematoda, Protozoa, and Trematoda. Some are microscopic while some worms in humans [...]
Catalpa WormThe catalpa worm is the larva of the sphinx moth. This black and yellow caterpillar infests the catalpa tree, feeding mainly off of the trees leaves. It is considered a pest mainly because the catalpa tree is popular for it’s magnificent wood, which is used for fine cabinetry. The catalpa tree belongs to the family [...]
Worms in ClothesIf you have ever unpacked a storage bin or chest filled with clothes only to find a bunch of holes in them, chances are the larvae of a tiny moth attacked your duds. And not just any larvae, but the larvae of a strange and annoying type of house pest called the case-bearing clothes moth [...]
How to Get Rid of Grub WormsBefore attempting to get rid of grub worms, you can confirm that you have an infestation by digging up the top three to four inches of soil, roots, and thatch. Simply sift through the materials and look for the larvae. If you find them, then its time to explore treatment options.
Grub WormsAlso known as “white grubs” or “white grub worms,” grub worms are the larvae of scarab beetles. White grub worms are either white or gray, with a dark posterior abdomen and a brown head. Their longish wormlike bodies curl into C-shape. If you see a grub worm or several grub worms writhing around on your [...]
Canine Worm SymptomsWhipworm and roundworm eggs can remain infectious for years, and hookworm larvae can multiply in the soil in and around a dog run.
Guinea WormAlso called, dracunculiasis (pronounced: dra-KUNK-you-LIE-uh-sis), Guinea worm is a parasitic worm infection that occurs mainly in Africa. In fact, more than half of all cases of Guinea worm disease are reported from the southern Sudan region. Each year, 1,000 cases of Guinea worm disease are also reported in countries such as Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, [...]
Human WormsWhile not fatal, human worms can be quite disgusting and they can wreak havoc on the human body from the skin to the intestines to the respiratory system. Human worms (parasites) are not uncommon either. In fact, it is believed that at any given time the human body may be infected with dozens of different [...]
Pin WormThe pin worm belongs to the family Oxyuridae, order Oxyuroidea, and the phylum Nematoda. Pin worms are classified as Enterobius vermicularis. Threadworms are also classified as Enterobius vermicularis. Pin worms are also called “seatworms” and they have several spellings including “pinworm,” and “pinworms.”
Pin worm is the most prevalent parasite infection in the United States [...]
Ring worm treatment is available in many different forms. Depending on the location and severity of the infection, your doctor may prescribe something as mild as an over-the-counter medicated shampoo or as powerful as a round of potent antibiotic pills. The good news is that overall, ring worm can be treated fairly easy with these [...]
Worms in HumansAt any given time, the human body may be infected with dozens of different types of parasites, such as worms. Some parasites are microscopic while other worms in humans are quite visible to the naked eye. Certain types of parasites are found more often in animals, for example, the bloodworm typically infects horses. Other types [...]
Wolf WormsWolf worms (genus cuterebra) are parasites that can infect animals ranging from farm animals to animals in the wild. Although only one species of wolf worm has been identified in North America and it is more common among animals such as cattle, it is not uncommon to come across a wolf worm infection in domestic [...]
Ring WormsRing worms, also spelled “ringworms,” are human parasites. Often referred to as “circle worms,” these human parasites (and many others) are often misunderstood. Some people refer to human parasites as “belly worms” and some people even believe that belly worms actually live in the belly button. They also believe that ring worms are actual worms. [...]
Intestinal WormsDid you know that at any given time, the human body might be infected with any number of intestinal worms or parasites? Some are microscopic while others are visible to the naked eye. Some intestinal worms or parasites are found more often in animals, such as the bloodworm, which typically infects horses, and others may [...]
Could your Dog’s Health Problems be Related to Worms?If your dog is acting strangely, he could be depressed, he could have a stomach ache or he could be infected with worms. Parasitic worms are very common among dogs and cats, so recognizing the symptoms is important to getting to bottom of your pet’s health problems.
Parasitic worms come in all shapes and sizes. [...]
If your cat has been diagnosed with worms, your first instinct might be to panic. Don’t. Cat worms are not as awful as you might think. In fact, once diagnosed, cat worms are fairly easy to treat.
In some cases, you might be able to diagnose cat worms just by sight, as some cat worms are [...]
Round worm, also spelled “roundworm” or called “nematode,” is the common name for any of a phylum of unsegmented terrestrial, marine or freshwater worms. Round worms make up the phylum Nematoda and there are approximately 12,000 known species of round worms and thousands of unknown species exist. Many include the Gordian worms or the “Horsehair [...]
Tomato WormsTomato worms are one of nature’s two most popular types of hornworms. The other is the tobacco worm. The scientific name for tomato worms or the “tomato hornworm” is Manduca quinquemaculata. While tomato worms are not considered harmful to humans, they are extremely harmful to plants, vegetables, and landscaping. Tomato worms appetites’ are extremely healthy, [...]
Tape WormDid you know that at any given time, the human body may be infected with any number of different parasites? Some are microscopic while others are visible to the naked eye. Some parasites are found more often in animals, such as the bloodworm, which typically infects horses, and others may affect humans more often, such [...]
Dog WormsBefore you can treat dog worms, the first thing you must do is figure out what kind of dog worm your pooch has and how he came in contact with them. Your dog can have any number of parasitic worms in his system, such as the half-inch-long hookworm or a tapeworm. The tapeworm can reach [...]
Natural Cures for Canine Heart WormsCanine heart worm is the deadliest parasite infection for dogs. Not only can heart worm affect dogs, it can affect more than 30 species of animals such as cats, wolves, coyotes, ferrets and sea lions. Heart worms can affect humans as well. While heart worms (or “heartworms”) can affect other species and humans, dogs are [...]
Pin Worms (Pinworms)Pin worms or “pinworms” belong to the family Oxyuridae, order Oxyuroidea, and the phylum Nematoda. The pin worm is classified as Enterobius vermicularis. Threadworms are also classified as Enterobius vermicularis.
Pinworm is the most prevalent parasite infection in the United States and Europe. While it is most commonly found in school-aged children, it can occur [...]
Whether you have a puppy or a full-grown pooch, chances are you have had your fair share of dog worm scares. While dog worms can be quite disturbing and terribly uncomfortable for your pet, they are easily detected if you are aware of the symptoms of dog worms.
One of the most obvious symptoms of [...]
Hookworm or “Hook Worm” is an intestinal parasite that can infect humans and animals. The hookworm species most common to humans is Ancylostoma duodenale (an-cy-CLO-sto-ma doe-AH-den-al) and Necator americanus (ne-KAY-tor am-er-i-CON-us). These species can be found around the world, but are primarily found tropical or subtropical climates. In the United States, hookworm can be found [...]
WormsThere are more than 2,700 species of earthworms in existence today and they can be found in just about every corner of the earth. They live in trees, in bark, and under rocks as well as along rivers and near springs, and ponds. Their favorite place to live, however, is in the earth’s rich soil. [...]
Dog Worms SymptomsOne of the most disturbing sights you will ever see is a worm wriggling around in your beloved pets feces. If they are crawling around in your pets stool, unfortunately, they are also crawling around in your pet’s intestines. While there are many dog worm symptoms, finding worms in your dog’s feces is one of [...]
Red thread-like worms: parasite or creatures from the earth?If you find a worm in the latrine, whether the facility is located in a restaurant or an office building, chances are the parasite passed through someone’s body and into the water.
The Case-bearing Clothes MothThe Case-bearing Clothes Moth (Tinea pellionela) is probably one of the most annoying, yet strangest types of house pests in existence today. Even stranger are its larvae. The larvae of a Case-bearing Clothes Moth are white in color and they carry around a “caseâ€? that can reach up to 10 mm in length — a case that’s usually made from a combination of self-made silk and the very materials they feed on.
Getting Rid of SilverfishMuch like plants and flowers, pests are also seasonal. During the warm summer season, you might notice swarms of gnats flying around outdoors and towards the end of the summer or early fall, you may notice an increase in the number of centipedes crawling around on your kitchen floor. There are a number of house pests that can invade your home seasonally or even year round. One such house pest is the silverfish.
The Hammerhead FlatwormThe hammerhead flatworm can reach up to 20 inches long and its body is very slimy, which allows it to move along the ground in a gliding motion. The body secretes mucus from glands on its belly or underside. The hammerhead is native to Indo-China, but it makes its way around the world by traveling in greenhouse plants.
White and Gray Grub WormsIf you’re curious about those whitish, gray grub worms with brown faces writhing around in your grass, first of all, don’t worry – they’re harmless to humans. These grub worms are the larvae of scarab beetles, and they are known as “white grubs.�
Bait WormsBelieve it or not, the market for bait worms is huge in the U.S. and in most other parts of the world. It is estimated that in the state of Maine alone, more than 200 tons of bait worms are produced each year and in the UK, more than 700 tons are produced each year for both commercial and personal use.
Parasites in HumansIt is believed that at any given time the human body may be infected with dozens of different types of parasites. Some are microscopic while others are quite visible to the naked eye. Some parasites are found more often in animals – the bloodworm typically infects horses, and others may affect humans more often.
Worms in your pet food?If you are feeding your cat (or dog) a diet of wet or dry pet food from your grocer’s shelves, chances are the pet food is chock full of unhealthy animal by-products. While it is not a common occurrence to find worms in your pet food, it is a possibility.
PinwormsIt is estimated that more than 40 million people become infected with pinworms each year. While people of all ages can become infected with pinworms, children and teens (ages 5-14) make up the majority of new cases reported each year.
MaggotsIf you’ve ever opened up your garbage can and spotted hundreds of “tiny white worms� writhing about, chances are they were not worms. Those nasty little creatures are called maggots.
Tomato and Tobacco HornwormsTomato and tobacco hornworms are two of nature’s most popular types of hornworms. Their scientific names are Manduca quinquemaculata (tomato hornworm) and Manduca Sexta (tobacco hornworm).
Belly WormsSome people refer to human parasites as “belly worms” and ringworms as “circle worms.” Some people even believe that “belly worms” actually live in the belly button and they also believe that “circle worms” are actually “worms.” Neither is true. The truth is, belly worms are called “parasites” and they do not live in the belly button (as some people may believe), but rather deep inside of the stomach and the intestines of humans and animals.
Feline WormsThere are several different kinds of feline worms, none of which live outside the body. The only types of parasites that can be found on cat’s hair and skin include external parasites such as fleas, ticks, ear mites, and ringworm. The word “ringworm� can be deceiving, however, because ringworm is not actually a worm, but rather a fungal disease of the skin and hair.
Wax Worms Effect on Human SkinAccording to the Cornell Waste Management Institute of the famed Cornell University, worms do not bite. In fact, in nature wax worms do not feed on anything but pollen, honey, cocoons, and beeswax. Wax worm breeders have no problems feeding their inventory of wax worms without the help of pollen and cocoons. These squirmy little creatures can also survive off of an artificial diet of a mixture of dog food, water, and honey or a mixture of Gerber’s mixed cereal, glycerin, honey, and water.
Horsehair Worms: The World’s Thinnest WormsAlso called the “Gordian wormâ€? the horsehair worm is a parasite that not only lives in crickets, but they also live inside of cockroaches, grasshoppers, and beetles.
Filarial Worms in HumansWorms in humans are often, but not always, filarial worms. Filarial worms are parasitic worms in humans that require a human host to survive and complete the life cycle.
The Loa Loa Eye WormLoa Loa worms (also known as the “eye worm”) are classified as filarial worms, meaning they thrive in human tissue. Loiasis, often misspelled as “loaisis”, is the infestation of loa loa worms in humans.
The Guinea Worm and Guinea Worm DiseaseThe Guinea worm is often referred to as the “fiery serpent”, likely due to the painful symptoms of Guinea worm disease. The life and survival of the Guinea worm is unique in many ways, often requiring a year for full development of the parasite, during which entire time the Guinea worm is painfully impacting a human host with that Guinea worm disease.
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