| Family: |
Gnathiidae () |
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| Environment: |
reef-associated; marine; depth range - 0 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Indian Ocean: United Arab Emirates and Reunion Is. |
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| Biology: |
Family Gnathiidae is comprised of parasitic isopods that are common ectoparasites of coral reef fishes. In general, they feed on the blood, lymph and tissue of the host fish (Ref. 108490). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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