saprolegnia

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Noun saprolegnia has 1 sense

Saprolegnia, genus Saprolegnia - aquatic fungi growing chiefly on plant debris and animal remains
--₁ is a kind of fungus genus
--₁ is a member of Saprolegniales, order Saprolegniales
--₁ has members: white fungus, Saprolegnia ferax; water mold

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Saprolegnia

Description:

Saprolegnia is a genus of water mold that belongs to the class Oomycetes. It typically thrives in freshwater environments and is known for causing diseases in fish, amphibians, and other aquatic organisms. Saprolegnia is characterized by its filamentous growth and produces fuzzy or cottony white or grayish mycelium on the affected organisms.

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Noun:

1. The saprolegnia infection on the fish scales needs to be treated with antifungal medication.

2. Researchers are studying the life cycle of saprolegnia to find effective methods for managing its spread.

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