Clownfish disease (Brooklynella hostilis)
Brooklynella is a marine fish parasite which belongs to the class of ciliates. It is also known as the clownfish disease.
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Brooklynella is a marine fish parasite which belongs to the class of ciliates. It is also known as the clownfish disease.
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