Smooth Whale Lice [Isocyamus]

Description

Isocyamus is a genus of amphipods, known as smooth whale lice, which are ectoparasites on marine mammals. Unlike their Cyamus counterparts, Isocyamus species have a smoother body, which aids in their ability to navigate through the host's fur or skin. They are found on a variety of marine mammals, including seals and whales, feeding on skin and potentially aiding in the removal of dead skin cells.

Species

Humpback Smooth Whale Louse [Cyamus erraticus]

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