Capsalids [Capsalidae]

Description

Capsalidae is a family of monogenean flatworms. Members of this family are ectoparasites, living on the outside of fish, especially on the skin and gills. They are characterized by having a large, muscular, and haptor with hooks or clamps, used for attachment to their hosts. Capsalids are found in marine environments worldwide, affecting a wide range of fish species including both teleosts (bony fish) and elasmobranchs (sharks and rays). Some species are known to cause significant harm to their hosts, leading to issues in wild populations and aquaculture.

Genera

Benedenia [Benedenia]

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Encotyllabe [Encotyllabe]

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Listrocephalos [Listrocephalos]

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Trochopus [Trochopus]

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Taxonomy