1. It is one of the most common nematodes of cats, infecting both wild and domestic felids worldwide.

2. The head is robust and the jaw extremely powerful, it has the third highest bite force of all felids, after the tiger and lion.

3. Like all felids, Cats are characterized by supple low-slung bodies, finely molded heads, long tails that aid in balance, and specialized teeth and claws that adapt them to a life of active hunting.

4. Parasite species: Toxocara cati, Toxocara malaysiensis, Toxascaris leonina Common name: Ascarids Host: Domestic and wild felids; Toxascaris leonina may also infect dogs Pre-patent period: 3-10 weeks, depending on transmission route and species Location of adults: Small intestine Distribution: Worldwide Transmission route: Ingestion of embryonated eggs, predation of paratenic hosts (usually