Flukes belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes, which encompasses flatworms. Within this phylum, they are classified under the class Trematoda. Flukes are further divided into various orders and families, such as Opisthorchiformes and Fasciolidae, depending on their specific characteristics and life cycles. They are primarily parasitic and inhabit various hosts, including humans and livestock.
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