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The effects of Myxobolus cerebralis on the physiological performance of whirling disease resistant and susceptible strains of rainbow trout.
Journal of aquatic animal health - 1 Dec 2011
Fetherman Eric R, Winkelman Dana L, Schisler George J, Myrick Christopher A
Abstract excerpt
The development of rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss strains that are resistant to whirling disease has shown promise as a management tool for populations in areas where Myxobolus cerebralis is present. However, the physiological effects of the disease on characteristics necessary for fish survival in natural river conditions have not been tested in many of these strains. Five rainbow trout strains were evaluated...
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