Publication Date
11-2024
Series Number
DPIRD-187
Publisher
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia
City
Perth
Abstract
Barber's pole worm (Haemonchus contortus) is a potentially harmful roundworm parasite of sheep which can cause a disease called haemonchosis. It is mainly found in coastal and high rainfall areas of Western Australia.
In some cases large worm burdens can develop very rapidly and cause sheep deaths without warning. Whether specific pre-emptive action for barber's pole worm is needed depends on the risk level.
Number of Pages
10
Keywords
barber's pole worm, Haemonchus contortus, roundworm, parasite, sheep, haemonchosis
Disciplines
Biosecurity | Sheep and Goat Science
Recommended Citation
Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia.
(2024), Barber’s pole worm in sheep. Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, Western Australia, Perth. Factsheet DPIRD-187.
https://library.dpird.wa.gov.au/ap_factsheets/41
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