Life history of the reindeer sinus worm, Linguatula arctica (Pentastomida), a prevalent parasite in reindeer calves

Authors

  • Rolf Egil Haugerud Nordic Council for Reindeer Husbandry Research (NOR)<br>c/o University of Tromsø
  • Arne C. Nilssen Department of Zoology, Tromsø Museum, University of Tromsø N-9000 Tromsø, Norway

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7557/2.10.3.875

Keywords:

reindeer, reindeer sinus worm, Linguatula arctica, Pentastomida, reindeer parasite, calve parasite

Abstract

Three hypotheses of life cycle have been tested. A direct transmission to reindeer hosts with monoxenous development is the most probable. Abundant parasites are generally thought to have much impact on host populations. When assessing potential damage in reindeer calves, it is essential to look at the total parasitic effect on infracommunity level.

Author Biography

Rolf Egil Haugerud, Nordic Council for Reindeer Husbandry Research (NOR)<br>c/o University of Tromsø

Secretary-general for Nordic Council for Reindeer Husbandry Research (NOR)

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Published

1990-09-01

How to Cite

Haugerud, R. E., & Nilssen, A. C. (1990). Life history of the reindeer sinus worm, Linguatula arctica (Pentastomida), a prevalent parasite in reindeer calves. Rangifer, 10(3), 333–334. https://doi.org/10.7557/2.10.3.875

Issue

Vol 10 (1990): Special Issue No. 3

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Abstracts

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