Identify parasites, their type, examples, affected farm animals, economic importance, and control methods.

Here are the answers to question 1: 1. a) Identify the parasites. The parasites are Roundworms (Nematodes). b) i) State the type of parasites the figure belong. The type of parasites is Nematodes. b) ii) Mention any three (3) parasites that belong to the type in b(i) above. Three parasites belonging to the Nematode type are: • Hookworms • Pinworms • Filarial worms c) Name four (4) farm animals that can be infested by this parasite. Four farm animals that can be infested by this parasite are: • Cattle • Pigs • Sheep • Goats d) State three (3) economic importance of the parasites. Three economic importance of the parasites are: • Reduced growth rate and weight gain in farm animals. • Decreased production of milk, meat, and eggs. • Increased veterinary costs for treatment and prevention. e) State three (3) methods of controlling the parasites. Three methods of controlling the parasites are: • Regular deworming or anthelmintic treatment of animals. • Maintaining good sanitation and hygiene in animal housing and grazing areas. • Practicing rotational grazing to break the parasite life cycle. That's 2 down. 3 left today — send the next one.