Massive infestation by Amyloodinium ocellatum (Dinoflagellida) of fish in a highly saline lake, Salton Sea, California, USA.

摘要: Persistent fish infestation by the parasitic dinoflagellate Amyloodinium ocellatum was found at a highly saline lake, Salton Sea, California, USA. The seasonal dynamics of young tilapia traced in 1997-1998. First appearing May, it became maximal June-August, decreased October and not detectable November. Outbreak subsequent mortality registered Sea water temperature salinity 40 degrees C 46 ppt, respectively. Some aspects ultrastructure trophonts A. their location on from different size groups are considered. interactions parasitological environmental factors combined effect upon discussed.