This chapter gives an overview of the biology (life cycle, parasite stages, transmission and geographical distribution) and diagnosis of Ichthyophthirius multifiliis, host physiopathology and immunity as well as treatment and prevention of infection.

An overview of all known features of the peste des petitis ruminants virus (PPRV) genome, structure and biology is provided. The structural and non-structural proteins of PPRV are described comprehensively. Moreover, available diagnostic tests and potent PPRV vaccines are discussed. Current...

This chapter gives an overview on the morphology, host range, life cycle, impact on oyster production, diagnosis, histopathology, physiopathology and control and prevention (selective breeding) of Perkinsus marinus and Haplosporidium nelsoni.

This chapter covers Heterobothrium okamotoi and Neoheterobothrium hirame, which are monogenean parasites of tiger puffer and olive flounder in Japan, respectively. The life cycle and morphology of these parasites are presented. Focus is given on the diagnosis, external and internal lesions,...