Parasitic diseases and pests
Abstract
This chapter deals with parasitic animals of significance to aquaculture because of their harmful effects on fish and crustaceans. It also illustrates the life cycle of major parasites and discusses the various methods in diagnosing diseases caused by parasites, including disease prevention and control.
Citation
Cruz-Lacierda, E. R. (2010). Parasitic diseases and pests. In G. D. Lio-Po & Y. Inui (Eds.), Health Management in Aquaculture (2nd ed., pp. 10-38). Tigbauan, Iloilo, Philippines: Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center.
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Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development CenterSubject
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