Amber reveals evolution of parasitism of nematodes

Nematodes (roundworms) are distributed worldwide in almost all habitats. The Mermithidae, a family of nematodes larger than others, are obligate invertebrate parasites which occur in insects, millipedes, crustaceans, spiders, mollusks and earthworms. They can affect the morphology, physiology, and even the behavior of their hosts.


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Source: Phys.org