Parasitic worms (helminths) are the cause of soil-transmitted helminthiases. They are classified along with arthropods, tardigrades and other moulting animals in the clade Ecdysozoa. Unlike the …

Oct 15, 2025 · Nematodes are everywhere: in soil, compost and even inside humans. See how these microscopic worms help and harm ecosystems.

Apr 24, 2026 · Nematodes are among the most abundant animals on Earth. They occur as parasites in animals and plants or as free-living forms in soil, fresh water, marine environments, and even such …

Apr 21, 2026 · Nematodes, commonly called roundworms or eelworms, are unsegmented, cylindrical invertebrates that belong to the phylum Nematoda. They are among the most widespread and …

Mar 9, 2026 · Nematodes in plants are microscopic roundworms that feed on plant tissue, damaging roots, stems, and sometimes leaves. They’re among the most destructive agricultural pests on the …

Nematodes have been reported from every continent on earth and occur in deserts, swamps, the oceans, the tropics and Antarctica. Usually nematodes are invisible to all but a few specialists …

Treat and control garden pests before they do damage. Beneficial nematodes are a natural control for over 200 pests with a soil developing stage.

Jan 22, 2025 · Frequently asked questions about nematodes, including what they are, how they work and how to use them in your garden or allotment.

Jun 17, 2025 · Nematodes, or roundworms, are abundant animals, and while many are free-living, some parasitic species cause human infections. An infection occurs when a person hosts a parasitic worm, …

Nematodes are roundworms, similar to the animal parasites encountered in livestock and pets. Soil-dwelling nematodes are both beneficial and harmful in crop production.