| Main Ref: | 44980 |
| Disease type: | Parasitic infestations (protozoa, worms, etc.) |
| Disease name: | HTRLO Disease |
| Other names: | Hawaii Tilapia Ricketsia-Like Organism Disease |
| Caus. agent: | N.A. |
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| Part of body and/or behavior affected by disease: | ||
| Skins and/or fins | Belly | Swimming behavior |
| Gills | Anus | Other behavior |
| Eyes | Viscera Afflicted | Other symptoms |
| Fish affected: | ||
| Symptoms: | Fish has shitish streaks in their gills or has pale appearance. | |
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| Remarks: | Fish's vascular system is blocked with large aggregates of inflammatory cells. The gills are damage by this inflamation and diminishes or blocks the transport of oxygen required for the animals survival. Experts believe that HTRLO is a complex interaction between the rickettsia-like organism that causes the disease and one or more environmental factors, especially low temperatures. | |
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