Predation of Cyclopoid Copepods on the Theronts of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis: Shedding Light on Biocontrol of White Spot Disease [PDF]
Pathogens, 2023 White spot disease, caused by the parasitic ciliate Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, is a significant threat to the freshwater fish farming industry worldwide, resulting in massive mortality and economic losses.
Ze-Yi Cao +4 more
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In-Situ Investigation of Copepod Predators of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis Theronts from Fish-Farming Pond [PDF]
MicroorganismsIchthyophthirius multifiliis, a parasitic ciliate, causes “white spot disease” in freshwater fish and poses a significant threat to global freshwater aquaculture.
Lijun Wang +4 more
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Investigation of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis infection in fish from natural water bodies in the Lhasa and Nagqu regions of Tibet [PDF]
International Journal for Parasitology: Parasites and WildlifeThis study aimed to examine the prevalence of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis in fish inhabiting natural water bodies in the Lhasa and Nagqu regions of Tibet in September 2020 and August 2021.
Tian Qin +12 more
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Integrated morphological and transcriptome profiles reveal a highly-developed extrusome system associated to virulence in the notorious fish parasite, Ichthyophthirius multifiliis [PDF]
Virulence, 2023 Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is an obligate parasitic ciliate that causes severe economic damage in aquaculture. The parasite contains numerous extrusive organelles (extrusomes) that assist in its pathogenesis and reproduction.
Hao Yang +5 more
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Quantitative shotgun proteomics distinguishes wound-healing biomarker signatures in common carp skin mucus in response to Ichthyophthirius multifiliis [PDF]
Veterinary Research, 2018 Ichthyophthirius multifiliis is a ciliated protozoan parasite recognized as one of the most pathogenic diseases of wild and cultured freshwater fish. Fish skin mucus plays a significant role against invading pathogens.
Mona Saleh +5 more
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Salinity Effects on Aquatic and Host Intestinal Microbiota Dynamics in Rhinogobio ventralis [PDF]
AnimalsThe endangered Rhinogobio ventralis, endemic to the upper Yangtze River, is dependent on captive breeding for its conservation. However, this highly stress-sensitive species is exceptionally susceptible to Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, leading to severe ...
Kaixuan Liu +7 more
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In vitro and in vivo assessment of the effect of antiprotozoal compounds isolated from Psoralea corylifolia against Ichthyophthirius multifiliis in fish [PDF]
International Journal for Parasitology: Drugs and Drug Resistance, 2015 Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, an external fish parasite, often causes significant economic damage to the aquaculture industry. Since the use of malachite green was banned, the search of alternative substance to control I.
Kaige Song +7 more
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Oral efficacy of controlled-release doxycycline against Ichthyophthirius multifiliis infestation in salmonids [PDF]
Veterinární MedicínaIchthyophthiriosis, caused by Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, is a major threat in salmonid aquaculture. This study evaluated the efficacy of orally administered standard doxycycline and controlled-release doxycycline formulations in experimentally ...
Z Mikulkova +5 more
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Parasitic infections in tambaqui from eight fish farms in Northern Brazil
Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, 2015 The aim of this study was to evaluate the parasites and parasite-host relationship in Colossoma macropomum from eight fish farms in Amapá State, Northern Brazil. A total of 12,242,559 parasites were recovered from hosts in the eight fish farms, and 87.4%
M.K.R. Dias +3 more
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Aquaculture Reports, 2022 Ichthyophthirius multifiliis Fouquet, 1876 is an important parasitic pathogen of freshwater fish, with low host specificity and broad geographical distribution.
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