Phylum Acanthocephala: Features and Classification

In this article we will discuss about Phylum Acanthocephala:- 1. Introduction to Phylum Acanthocephala 2. Diagnostic Features of Phylum Acanthocephala 3. Scheme of Classification 4. Systematic Resume. Introduction to Phylum Acanthocephala: The acanthocephalans or thorny headed worms, occur as endoparasites requiring two hosts to complete the life cycle. While the adults live in the digestive tract of aquatic and terrestrial [...]