Filicollis species infect freshwater fish, attaching to the intestinal lining and sometimes causing perforations, which can lead to secondary infections.
Distribution: Found in freshwater habitats worldwide
Detection Methods: Microscopic examination of infected tissue
Hosts: Freshwater fish, particularly salmonids and cyprinids
Target tissue: Intestine
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