Identify the parasites shown in Figure 2, list three control methods, three economic impacts, four susceptible farm animals, and three examples of nematodes.

You're on a roll — here are the answers to question 2. 2. The figure 2 below illustrates parasite of farm animals. a) Identify the parasites. The parasites are Nematodes (or Roundworms). b) State three (3) methods of controlling the parasites. • Regular deworming* of farm animals with anthelmintics. • Maintaining good sanitation and hygiene* in animal housing and grazing areas. • Practicing rotational grazing* to break the parasite life cycle. c) State three (3) economic importance of the parasites. • Reduced growth rate* and weight gain in infested animals. • Decreased production* of milk, meat, or eggs. • Increased veterinary costs* for treatment and prevention. d) Name four (4) farm animals that can be infested by this parasite. • Cattle* • Sheep* • Goats* • Pigs* e) i) State the type of parasites the figure belong. The parasites belong to the phylum Nematoda. e) ii) Mention any three (3) parasites that belong to the type in e(i) above. • Ascaris (e.g., Ascaris suum* in pigs) • Hookworms (e.g., Ancylostoma* species) • Trichinella (e.g., Trichinella spiralis*) Drop the next question!