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

Here are the answers to question 1:

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• 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.