Pandarus [Pandarus]

Description

Pandarus is a genus within the family Pandaridae, consisting of parasitic copepods that infest a variety of marine fish, including sharks, rays, and bony fish. These copepods are recognizable by their streamlined bodies and large, hooked antennae, which are adapted for a life of clinging onto the moving hosts. The genus is notable for its diverse range of host species and the ability of its members to adapt to different ecological niches within the marine environment. Studies on Pandarus species contribute to the broader understanding of parasite-host relationships and the evolutionary adaptations of marine parasites.

Species

Pandarus sinuatus [Pandarus sinuatus]

View Details

Pandarus smithii [Pandarus smithii]

View Details

Pandarus cranchii [Pandarus cranchii]

View Details

Pandarus satyrus [Pandarus satyrus]

View Details

Taxonomy