Why do these weird lemurs chew up toxic bugs and rub the goo on themselves?
Red-fronted lemurs have found an interesting way to ward off parasites—they chew up toxic millipedes and rub the goo all over their bodies.
‘Insane X-ray’ shows body filled with tapeworm larvae — ER doc reveals patient’s big mistake
An ER doctor explained how a patient suffered a tapeworm infection, with an X-ray showing the larvae all over his pelvis and legs.
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Texas officials warn of "maneater" screwworm that burrows into open wounds, eyes and mouths to lay eggs
The state's Parks and Wildlife Department is asking hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts to watch out for animals that may be impacted by dangerous "maneater" parasites from flies that lay eggs ...
From the sex lives of pygmy seahorses to parasites living in fish nostrils: these photos tell extraordinary ocean stories
British marine biologist and photographer Richard Smith focuses his work on the ocean’s tiniest and weirdest creatures.
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Texas A&M insects expert weighs in on screwworm warning
The USDA bans Mexican cattle imports after screwworm discovery, prompting Texas officials to warn about the parasite's threat ...
Could a mango-flavoured pill end intestinal worms?
A new tablet being developed to cure intestinal worms has shown promising results in trials and could help eradicate the parasitic infection, which affects about 1.5 billion people globally, ...
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Pinworm Infection
About a month later, the eggs hatch in your intestines and grow into adult worms. Female pinworms move to your anal area to lay their eggs. This causes anal itching. If you scratch the area ...