Parahemiurus merus is a trematode parasite with a life cycle involving marine fish as definitive hosts. Adult flukes reside in the gastrointestinal tract of fish, where they can cause damage to the intestinal lining. Specific details on intermediate hosts and pathology are limited.
Distribution: Primarily marine environments; specific distribution data are limited.
Hosts: Marine fish species; specific host range is not well-documented.
Detection Methods: Microscopic examination; histological analysis.
Target Tissue: Gastrointestinal tract.
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