Elleipsisoma is a genus of parasites within the phylum Apicomplexia. History This parasite was described in 1912 by Franca. This genus may have been described earlier by Graham-Smith The type species is Elleipsisoma thomsoni Hosts This parasite infects the European mole (Talpa europaea). It is most commonly found in the heart and lungs. It may occasionally be found in the kidneys, liver and spleen. Geographical distribution This parasite is found in the United Kingdom. Description Parasitized red cells were larger than normal mature erythrocytes Electron microscopic studies have shown the presence of rhoptries, micronemes, polar ring, microtubules and a conoid. Vectors Possible vectors include the mites Eulaelaps stabularis, Haemogamasus hirsutus and Haemogamasus nidi. References Apicomplexa genera Conoidasida