Microcotyle [Microcotyle]

Microcotyle
Description

Microcotyle is the type genus of the Microcotylidae family, with species known for their large size and leaf-like appearance. These monogeneans attach to the gills of marine fish, using a large array of clamps located on their opisthaptor. They are significant for the study of parasite-host dynamics and can impact aquaculture negatively.

Species
Microcotyle sebastis
Microcotyle sebastis [Microcotyle sebastis]
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Microcotyle pomatomi
Microcotyle pomatomi [Microcotyle pomatomi]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
Class Monogenea
Monogenea
Order Mazocraeidea
Mazocraeidea
Family Microcotylidae
Microcotylidae
Statistics
  • Species 2