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A New Human Tapeworm (Taenia Confusa N. Sp.), An Entozoon, Probably Of Order Cestoidea, Henry B. Ward

Studies from the Zoological Laboratory: The University of Nebraska

Somewhat more than a year ago a tapeworm was sent me which at first sight appeared decidedly unlike either Taenia saginata or Taenia solium. It showed the slender form and more delicate appearance of the latter, but was in length of segments even decidedly larger than the former species. Some notes were made at the time, and then, on account of pressure in other directions, laid aside to await opportunity for further study. This winter I received a second specimen which at once recalled the first, and on comparison was seen to be identical with it. A series of …