Diclidophoroides [Diclidophoroides]

Description

Diclidophoroides is a genus of monogenean parasites in the family Diclidophoridae, known for their specificity to certain marine fish species. These parasites are equipped with a variety of attachment organs that enable them to firmly attach to the gills of their hosts, causing various degrees of gill damage. Their life cycle is direct, with no intermediate hosts required, and they can significantly affect the respiratory efficiency and overall health of infected fish.

Species

Diclidophoroides spinosus [Diclidophoroides spinosus]

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Diclidophoroides alatus [Diclidophoroides alatus]