Corallobothrium sp.

ALSO KNOWN AS: Catfish tapeworm

A cestode parasite found in freshwater fish, particularly catfish. It attaches to the intestinal lining, causing nutrient depletion and digestive problems.

Distribution: North America and other freshwater regions

Detection Methods: Gross pathology / Gross clinical signs

Hosts: Freshwater fish, mainly catfish species

Target tissue: Intestine