Heteronchoineans (Monogenoidea) from the Gills of Crevalle Jack, Caranx hippos (Perciformes, Carangidae), from Everglades National Park, Florida, with a Redescription of Protomicrocotyle mirabilis (Gastrocotylinea, Protomicrocotylidae)

A study of crevalle jack (Caranx hippos) from Everglades National Park identified three species of parasitic flatworms (Heteronchoinea) on their gills, with infection intensity varying significantly by host size. Protomicrocotyle mirabilis was redescribed, while Allopyragraphorus hippos and Cemocotyle noveboracensis were distinguished from related species. Larger fish (312–395 mm) showed heavier infections (mean 63.8 parasites/host), suggesting age or size-related susceptibility. The research clarifies taxonomic distinctions among these parasites, contributing to understanding their ecology in marine ecosystems.

Kritsky, D. C., McAleese, W. J., & Bakenhaster, M. D. (2011). Heteronchoineans (Monogenoidea) from the Gills of Crevalle Jack, Caranx hippos (Perciformes, Carangidae), from Everglades National Park, Florida, with a Redescription of Protomicrocotyle mirabilis (Gastrocotylinea, Protomicrocotylidae). Comparative Parasitology, 78(2), 265–274. https://doi.org/10.1654/4505.1