What is another word for Genus Taenia?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs tˈiːniə] (IPA) 
Genus Taenia refers to a group of parasitic tapeworms that infect humans and other mammals. This genus is commonly known as tapeworms because their bodies resemble a long ribbon or tape. Some synonyms for the genus Taenia include Cysticercus, Echinococcus, and Diphyllobothrium. Cysticercus is a larvae stage of tapeworms that can develop into adult forms after infecting humans or animals. Echinococcus is a genus of tapeworms that can cause serious health problems such as hydatid disease. Diphyllobothrium is another genus of tapeworms that mainly infect fish and can cause foodborne illnesses in humans. All synonyms for genus Taenia represent different species and subtypes of parasitic tapeworms.
