Tetraphylloides Bengalensis

Tetraphylloides bengalensis is a lesser-known trematode parasite found in the intestines of certain aquatic mammals. This species belongs to the family Tetraphylloidea and is characterized by its complex life cycle involving multiple hosts. It is primarily transmitted through the consumption of infected intermediate hosts, such as crustaceans. Due to its specific ecological niche, it is rarely studied compared to more common parasitic species. Understanding T. bengalensis provides insights into the broader dynamics of parasite-host relationships in aquatic ecosystems.