Monogenean flatworm [Diclidophora nezumiae]
Description
Diclidophora nezumiae is a monogenean parasitic on the gills of the Nezumia sclerorhynchus, a type of marine fish. It is endemic to the waters around Japan. The species is differentiated by its unique haptor, which is used to attach to the host.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Monogenea
Monogenea
|
| Order |
Monocotylidea
Monocotylidea
|
| Family |
Monocotylidae
Monocotylidae
|
| Genus |
Diclidophora
Diclidophora
|