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Incidence of the leech Actinobdella pediculata on freshwater drum in Lake Erie

January 1, 1994

Actinobdella pediculata (Glossiphoniidae), a freshwater leech, was found attached to freshwater drum (Aplodinotus grunniens) from western Lake Erie during 1991 through 1993. The animal was first observed during routine examinations of freshwater drum collected in May 1991. The leeches were usually attached to the inside, lower portion of the opercula near the isthmus. Incidence of attachment increased with freshwater drum age and length. No noticeable adverse effects on the fish from attachment by the leech were noted.

Publication Year 1994
Title Incidence of the leech Actinobdella pediculata on freshwater drum in Lake Erie
DOI 10.1016/S0380-1330(94)71194-1
Authors Michael T. Bur
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Journal of Great Lakes Research
Index ID 1000747
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Great Lakes Science Center