fish louse
A 'fish louse' is a type of parasitic crustacean that infests fish, often causing harm by feeding on their blood or tissues.
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Definition
C1Biology
(scientific, technical)A small aquatic crustacean that attaches to fish, feeding on their blood or tissues.
Example
- The fish louse can cause significant damage to fish populations in aquaculture.
C1Parasitology
(technical)A parasitic organism from the subclass Branchiura that infests freshwater and marine fish.
Example
- Researchers are studying the life cycle of the fish louse to develop better control methods.
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