More information on Philometra Infestation 1
Main Ref: 26129  
Disease type: Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.)  
Disease name: Philometra Infestation 1  
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Caus. agent: Philometra lateolabracis  
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Part of body and/or behavior affected by disease:
 Skins and/or fins  Belly  Swimming behavior
 Gills  Anus  Other behavior
 Eyes  Viscera Afflicted  Other symptoms
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Remarks: Infestation commonly occurs in the body cavity. Also it has been recorded that the nematode has been found in the gonads of mature fishes, specifically the ovaries of Glaucosoma hebraicum (Ref. 47794).  
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