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Two species of liver flukes have recently gained attention in Albertaís livestock and game farm industries. One species, the common liver fluke, Fasciola hepatica, has a wide range of herbivore hosts in which it can develop including cattle, bison, sheep, deer, swine and llama. In contrast, the giant liver fluke, Fascioloides magna, has a narrow host range. Wapiti (elk), white-tailed deer and caribou are the main hosts of this latter parasite in North America.
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July 1, 2001
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Liver flukes in Alberta's livestock
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Agriculture, Food, and Rural Development (1992-2006)
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2001-07-01
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2016-01-04T16:57:38.271397
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2001-07-01
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2001-07-01
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655-8
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2553327
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Agriculture and Forestry