BUNOSTOMUM
\bˈʌnəstˌɒməm], \bˈʌnəstˌɒməm], \b_ˈʌ_n_ə_s_t_ˌɒ_m_ə_m]\
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A superfamily of nematode parasitic hookworms consisting of four genera: ANCYLOSTOMA, NECATOR, Bunostomum, and Uncinaria. ANCYLOSTOMA and NECATOR occur in humans and other mammals. Bunostomum is common in ruminants and Uncinaria in wolves, foxes, and dogs.
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