How Do You Spell CHORIOPTES?

Pronunciation: [kˈɔːɹɪˌɒpts] (IPA)

The word "Chorioptes" refers to a genus of mites that infest cattle and cause skin irritation. The spelling of this word is based on the Greek language, from the words "chorion," meaning skin, and "optes," meaning looker. In IPA phonetic transcription, this word is pronounced /kɔrɪˈɒptiːz/, with emphasis on the second syllable. The pronunciation of the "ch" sound is similar to the "k" sound, while the "o" is pronounced as in "or" and the "e" is pronounced as in "bet."

CHORIOPTES Meaning and Definition

1. Chorioptes refers to a genus of parasitic mites that commonly infest livestock, especially horses and cattle. These mites belong to the family Psoroptidae and are known to cause a skin condition called chorioptic mange or chorioptes mange.

   Chorioptes mites are arthropods that live on the skin's surface and primarily feed on the outer layers of the epidermis. Although they typically inhabit the legs and lower parts of the body, they can spread to other areas if left untreated. Infestation leads to intense itching, skin irritation, and hair loss, which may result in secondary infections if the affected animal excessively scratches or bites the area.

   These mites have a distinctive appearance, with elongated, pear-shaped bodies and four pairs of legs. They are slightly larger compared to other mange mites, ranging from 0.3 to 0.5 mm in length. Chorioptes mites can survive for a significant amount of time off the host, allowing them to persist in the environment and potentially reinfest susceptible animals.

   To diagnose chorioptic mange, veterinarians may conduct a physical examination of the affected animal, including skin scrapings to identify the presence of mites or their eggs. Treatment typically involves the administration of acaricides or other parasiticidal medications to eliminate the mites and alleviate symptoms. Proper hygiene and environmental management are also crucial to prevent reinfection and control the spread of chorioptic mange within livestock populations.

2. A genus of mites.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for CHORIOPTES

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Etymology of CHORIOPTES

The word "Chorioptes" is derived from the Ancient Greek words "khorion" (χόριον), meaning "skin" or "hide", and "pteron" (πτερόν), meaning "wing" or "feather". Chorioptes is the genus name for a group of parasitic mites that infest the skin and feathers of various animals, such as cattle, horses, and birds. The name likely refers to the mites' habitat on the skin or feathers of their hosts.