body fluke

About

The body fluke (Gyrodactylus elegans) is a species in the genus Gyrodactylus. Distributed across Mexico, Norway, and Sweden.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Mexico, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇲🇽 Mexico

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hewan)

Phylum

Platyhelminthes (Platyhelminthes)

Class

Monogenea (Monogenea)

Order

Gyrodactylidea (Gyrodactylidea)

Family

Gyrodactylidae

Genus

Gyrodactylus

Species

Gyrodactylus elegans (body fluke)

Names in Other Languages

German Hautsaugwurm

Similar Species in Gyrodactylus

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Eel pest

Gyrodactylus anguillae

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Norwegian salmon killer

Gyrodactylus salaris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of body fluke?

The scientific name of body fluke is Gyrodactylus elegans. It belongs to the genus Gyrodactylus.

Where does body fluke live?

body fluke is found in Distributed across Mexico, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Mexico, Norway, Sweden.

What family does body fluke belong to?

body fluke (Gyrodactylus elegans) belongs to the genus Gyrodactylus, which is part of the taxonomic family Gyrodactylidae.

What kingdom does body fluke belong to?

body fluke (Gyrodactylus elegans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of body fluke?

The closest relatives of body fluke in the genus Gyrodactylus include Eel pest, Norwegian salmon killer.