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Studies on the aggregation behaviour of Nippostrongylus brasiliensis

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 April 2009

Thomas J. W. Alphey
Thomas J. W. Alphey
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Department of Zoology, University College, Cardiff
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Two behaviour patterns which could bring about clumping in N. brasiliensis, sexual attraction and thigmokinesis, were investigated. A T-tube choice-chamber to facilitate an in vitro study of sexual attraction is described. A method for studying aggregation is also outlined. Male N. brasiliensis were shown to be attracted to female worms, positive sexual attraction. Both sexes were shown to exhibit strong thigmokinetic responses, and possible functions of such behaviour are discussed.

I am grateful to Professors J. Brough and D. Bellamy for providing the facilities during the course of this study. I should also like to thank Dr E.. A. Hammond for his supervision, help and criticism throughout the project. This work was carried out during the tenure of a Scientific Research Council Studentship.

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Research Article
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Parasitology , Volume 63 , Issue 1 , August 1971 , pp. 109 - 117
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1971

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