Lernaeopoda [Lernaeopoda]

Description

Lernaeopoda is a genus within the family Lernaeidae, including species that are ectoparasites of marine and freshwater fishes. These copepods are characterized by their highly modified body structure, adapted for a parasitic lifestyle, including the development of specialized appendages for attachment to the host. Lernaeopoda species can significantly impact fish health, leading to impaired growth and increased susceptibility to diseases.

Species

Arctic Whale Louse [Lernaeopoda arctica]

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North Atlantic Whale Louse [Lernaeopoda atlantica]

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Common Whale Louse [Lernaeopoda cetacea]

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Pacific Whale Louse [Lernaeopoda pacifica]

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Taxonomy