Ceratothoa [Ceratothoa]

Description

Ceratothoa is a genus of isopods found in marine environments, often referred to as 'fish tongue parasites' because some species within this genus replace the tongue of their fish host with their own body. They exhibit a unique parasitic lifestyle with a significant impact on their host, including alteration of the host's feeding behavior.

Species

Oyster Copepod [Ceratothoa oestroides]

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Gaper Copepod [Ceratothoa gaudichaudii]

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Imbricate Copepod [Ceratothoa imbricata]

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Collared Copepod [Ceratothoa collaris]

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Taxonomy