Hepatocystis carpenteri is a species of parasitic protozoa. They are transmitted by flies of the genus Culicoides and infect mammals.
Taxonomy This species was described by Miltgen et al. in 1980.
Distribution This species is found in Gabon.
Description The intrahepatic schizonts (maximum ) are larger than those of other species and the cyst wall has a spongy appearance which appears to be unique.
It must be distinguished from Hepatocystis epomophori and Hepatocystis brosseti.
Hosts This species is known to infect the hammer-headed bat (Hypsignathus monstrosus).
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