| Main Ref: | 48690 |
| Disease type: | Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.) |
| Disease name: | Rhexanellosis Disease |
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| Caus. agent: | Rhexanella verrucosa |
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| Skins and/or fins | Belly | Swimming behavior |
| Gills | Anus | Other behavior |
| Eyes | Viscera Afflicted | Other symptoms |
| Fish affected: | Marine fish. | |
| Symptoms: | Parasite is found in the gill, nasal and oral cavity of the host fish, this result in difficulty in eating. | |
| Treatments: | The parasite should be manualy remove by a forcep and then treat the infected fish and later transfer to a parasite free tank. | |
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