What are characteristics of liverfluke?

Liver flukes are flat, leaf-shaped parasitic worms belonging to the class Trematoda, primarily affecting the liver of various hosts, including livestock and humans. They have complex life cycles that typically involve multiple hosts, including snails as intermediate hosts. Adult liver flukes have a tough, protective outer layer and possess suckers for attachment to their host's tissues. Common examples include Fasciola hepatica, which can cause significant liver damage and disease in infected animals.