JAMB Biology 2013 Question 5

Question 5

Animal Kingdom

Taenia solium can be found in

  1. A.goat.
  2. B.dog.
  3. C.pig.
  4. D.cow.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (pig.)

Explanation

Taenia solium is the pork tapeworm: its larval stage lives in the muscles of the pig, which is its secondary host.