Article
Philometrids of the southern flounder Paralichthys lethostigma: a multidimensional approach to determine their diversity.
The Journal of parasitology - 1 Jun 2011
de Buron Isaure, France Scott G, Connors Vincent A, Roumillat William A, Tsoi Lam C
Abstract excerpt
Two species of philometrid nematode, Philometra overstreeti and Philometroides paralichthydis, infect the southern flounder, Paralichthys lethostigma. Individuals of P. overstreeti are located between the teeth and inside the bony part of the branchial arches of the fish. Individuals of P. paralichthydis are associated with the bones of the buccal cavity and among muscles that control the dorsal and anal fins....
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
