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Dirofilaria immitis, commonly known as the canine heartworm nematode, is a parasitic roundworm classified as a filarial worm, characterized by its small, thread-like appearance. It causes the disease dirofilariasis. While its primary host is the dog, it can also infect a variety of other animals, including cats, wolves, coyotes, jackals, foxes, ferrets, bears, seals, sea lions, and, on rare occasions, humans.