The Life Cycle of the Acropora Coral-Eating Flatworm (AEFW), Prosthiostomum acroporae; The Influence of Temperature and Management Guidelines

The Life Cycle of the Acropora Coral-Eating Flatworm (AEFW), Prosthiostomum acroporae; The Influence of Temperature and Management Guidelines

As coral aquaculture is increasing around the world for reef restoration and trade, mitigating the impact of coral predators, pathogens and parasites is necessary for optimal growth. The Acropora coral-eating flatworm (AEFW), Prosthiostomum acroporae (Platyhelminthes: Polycladida: Prosthiostomidae)...

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Main Authors: Jonathan A. Barton, Kate S. Hutson, David G. Bourne, Craig Humphrey, Cat Dybala, Kate A. Rawlinson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2019-09-01
Series:Frontiers in Marine Science
Subjects:
AEFW
Acropora
flatworms
reef restoration
coral aquaculture
pest management
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmars.2019.00524/full

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