Lernaea cyprinacea explained

Lernaea cyprinacea is a species of parasitic crustacean belonging to the family Lernaeidae.[1] It may be native to Eurasia,[2] and has been introduced to the United Kingdom[1] [3] and the United States.[1] [2] It develops optimally at temperatures between 23C30C.[4] It is regarded as a major pest in aquaculture.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lernaea cyprinacea Linnaeus, 1758 . 2021. Global Biodiversity Information Facility . 19 November 2022 . en.
  2. Web site: Nonindigenous Aquatic Species. U.S. Geological Survey. Lernaea cyprinacea (anchor worm). 19 November 2022. Benson. A.J.. 3 April 2015.
  3. Fryer. Geoffrey. Journal of Natural History. The parasitic copepod Lernaea cyprinacea L. in Britain. 2. 4. 531–533. 1968. 10.1080/00222936800771021.
  4. Web site: Animal Diversity Web . Tirmizi. Henna. Mulcrone. Renee Sherman. Friedrich. Teresa. Lernaea cyprinacea anchor worm. 19 November 2022. 2003.

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