Publications by authors named "Martina Hrabcova"
Int J Parasitol
July 2014
Article Synopsis
- Malacosporeans are a lesser-known group of myxozoan parasites that cycle between bryozoans and freshwater fish, with only two genera and three species previously described.
- Researchers conducted a thorough examination of various fish species using PCR to detect malacosporeans, while studying their morphology, prevalence, and host preferences across different environments.
- The findings revealed five new species and highlighted a hidden biodiversity within malacosporeans, noting increased species richness and the possibility of co-infections in fish, along with discussions on their evolutionary traits and potential life cycles in marine habitats.
