chicken roundworm
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Definition
Noun 1. A parasitic nematode worm (Ascaridia galli) that infests the intestines of domestic fowl, such as chickens. This is a specific type of roundworm that is an intestinal parasite, commonly affecting poultry.
Usage
- The chicken roundworm is a common cause of poor growth and weight loss in backyard flocks.
- Veterinarians can diagnose an infestation by identifying chicken roundworm eggs in the bird's droppings.
- Effective coop hygiene helps prevent the spread of the chicken roundworm.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific or agricultural contexts, the term is used to discuss parasite life cycles, anthelmintic (deworming) resistance, and its impact on poultry health and production.
- The phrase may be used metaphorically in very informal contexts to describe something undesirable or parasitic within a system, though this is not a standard usage.
Variants and Related Words
- Ascaridia galli: The scientific (Latin) name for the chicken roundworm.
- Roundworm: The general category of parasitic nematodes to which the chicken roundworm belongs.
- Nematode: The broader biological phylum (Nematoda) of unsegmented worms, which includes both parasitic and free-living species.
- Intestinal parasite: A general term for any parasite that lives in the intestines.
Synonyms
- Poultry roundworm
- Ascarid (specifically of poultry)
Related Phrases
- Infested with chicken roundworm: Describes the state of a bird or flock hosting the parasite.
- Chicken roundworm infection/Infestation: The condition caused by the parasite.
Noun
- intestinal parasite of domestic fowl