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Anchor Worm Disease
Type:
Parasitic
>> caused by Lernaea,
or anchor worm, which is a thread-like parasite that grows up to
1/2 inch long
>> Lernaea
is not actually a worm but a crustacean parasite
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unlike most koi parasites, Lernaea is visible to the
naked eye (just like fish lice)
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a highly contagious parasite that must be addressed promptly,
anchor worms penetrate through the skin of the koi
Symptoms:
>> presence of Lernaea or anchor worms on the skin
and under the scales, most commonly found at the base of the
fins or attached to a wound
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Lernaea look like whitish green or red worms
>> egg sacs may be visible at the end of the
anchor worms
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presence of inflamed or red spots on the skin
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Lernaea may leave an ulcer once it leaves its host
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koi may be seen scraping its body against objects
Remedies:
>> adult anchor worms are difficult to kill but may be removed by
tweezers
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many experts recommend Dimilin to control anchor worms
>> larvae anchor worms may be killed by Masoten
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