BOPYRID PARASITIC INFESTATION
 

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

These parasites can be found lodged in the brachial cavity, which is clearly evident on inspection of the animals. Affected shrimps suffer from impaired respiration  

CAUSE

Bopyrid parasite, Epipenaeon spp.  

DIAGNOSIS

Based on gross signs and symptoms and identification of the parasite by gill biosy.  

PREVENTION

Not known  

CONTROL

Affected shrimps may be separated and given formalin (150-250 ppm for 1 hour bath) treatment
 

 
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