Théron A, Xia M Y
Ann Parasitol Hum Comp. 1986;61(5):553-8. doi: 10.1051/parasite/1986615553.
The release of Schistosoma japonicum cercariae from the People's Republic of China shedded by Oncomelania hupensis was observed hourly under laboratory conditions: LD 9 - 15, T degrees = 25 degrees C. Daily periodicity of emergence was recognized during the light period. Peaks emergence occurs between 2 and 5 p.m. Results are compared with other geographical strains of S. japonicum.