Survey of the Oyster Parasite, Dermocystidium marinum

Date

1964

Authors

Heffernan, Thomas L.

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Publisher

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

Abstract

The fungus disease, Dermocystidium marinum, was found among oysters in all bay areas sampled with the exception of South Bay. In Galveston, Matagorda, San Antonio, and Aransas Bays, there appeared to be a seasonal pattern of incidence with two peaks, one in the spring and the other in late summer. A general decrease in the incident was noted during June, July and August.

Description

pages 195-201; available for download at the link below.

Keywords

parasites, diseases, fungal diseases, Dermocystidium marinum

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