| Main Ref: | Schäperclaus, W., 1979 |
| Disease type: | Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.) |
| Disease name: | Anchor worm Disease |
| Other names: | @Lernaeenicus@ Infestation |
| Caus. agent: | Lernaeenicus sprattae |
| Group: | Crustacea |
| Part of body and/or behavior affected by disease: | ||
| Skins and/or fins | Belly | Swimming behavior |
| Gills | Anus | Other behavior |
| Eyes | Viscera Afflicted | Other symptoms |
| Fish affected: | Clupeidae | |
| Symptoms: | Parasite 30 mm in length hanging from the eye. | |
| Treatments: | ||
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picture (AnchorD0.jpg) by Möller, H. |