Striped Pseudolernaea [Pseudolernaea striata]
Description
The Striped Pseudolernaea, or Pseudolernaea striata, is a parasitic species that attaches itself to the gills of marine fish. It is identifiable by its distinctive striped body. The Striped Pseudolernaea can cause significant respiratory distress in its host due to damage to the gill tissue. It is predominantly found in cooler, northern waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Arthropods
Arthropoda
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Copepods
Copepoda
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| Order |
Cyclopoida
Cyclopoida
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| Family |
Lernaeidae
Lernaeidae
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| Genus |
Pseudolernaea
Pseudolernaea
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