Microsporum canis


Mi·cros·po·rum ca·nis

the principal cause of ringworm in dogs and cats and a zoophilic fungal species of fungi causing sporadic dermatophytosis in humans, especially tinea capitis in children with cats and dogs.

Mi·cros·po·rum ca·nis

, var. distortum (mī-krō-spō'rŭm kā'nis, dis-tōr'tum) A zoophilic fungus common in cats and dogs; in humans, infects the scalp and skin; rarely infects nails.

Microsporum canis

The causative agent of ringworm in cats and dogs. It may be easily transmitted to children. See also: Microsporum