2019 Vol.25 No.1 PP 59-62

Study of a new tapeworm, Probothriocephalus kuraraensis, n.sp. From Mastacembelus armatus, from block Kurara district Hamirpur (U.P.) India

Roopal Singh

Department of Zoology,
Om Harihar P.G. COLLEGE,
HAMIRPUR (U.P.) INDIA
*Corresponding Author E-mail : singhroopal15@gmail.com

ABSTRACT

Eight fishes, Mastacembelus armatus were examined from block Kurara, district Hamirpur (U.P.) India . Two alike cestodes were reported in its intestine. Scolex well developed with two sac like bothria. Apical disc armed with bothrial spines. Ovary bilobed, dumbell shaped with long isthmus.

Key words : Hamirpur, Kurara, Mastacembelus armatus, Probothriocephalus.