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Uronema (Uronema marinum) ARTICLE

Uronema (Uronema marinum)

Uronema is an opportunistic protozoan that can cause rapid tissue damage, red sores, and sudden losses in stressed marine fish, especially chromis. It moves...

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Marine Ich (Cryptocaryon irritans) ARTICLE

Marine Ich (Cryptocaryon irritans)

Marine ich is a contagious parasite that causes white salt-grain spots, flashing, and breathing stress in saltwater fish. It often looks less explosive than...

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Brooklynellosis (Brooklynella hostilis) ARTICLE

Brooklynellosis (Brooklynella hostilis)

Brooklynella, often called brook, is a fast-moving external parasite best known for hitting clownfish hard with heavy mucus, breathing stress, and rapid decline. It...

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