The species of tapeworm responsible is Taenia solium (pictured), ... These eggs can then develop into adult tapeworms in a human’s guts, “usually around 5-12” weeks.

The tapeworm Taenia solium enters the human body by consuming its eggs. These eggs can then develop into adult tapeworms in a human’s guts, “usually around 5-12” weeks. However, it doesn’t ...

The worms are transmitted through eggs that are present in human feces and can contaminate soil and water. ... Diphyllobothrium latum and Taenia spp. -- were found at 4 sites.