branchiura

• Таксономическая группа веслоногих ракообразных, характеризующаяся сосущими ротовыми органами, паразитирующих на рыбах.

A taxonomic group of copepods characterized by suctorial mouthparts, which are parasitic on fishes.

uncountable · proper noun

1. A subclass of crustaceansC2formalscientific

   A group of parasitic crustaceans, commonly known as fish lice, that have suctorial mouthparts and attach to the skin or gills of fish.

   Подкласс ракообразных

   • Branchiura are often found on the external surfaces of freshwater fish.
   • The suctorial mouthparts of Branchiura allow them to feed on host tissues.
   • Infestations of Branchiura can cause significant damage to fish populations.