Endoparasit identification in parrotfish, Scarus prasiognathos, at marine park center, Redang Island

Abstract

As the important of the marine fish is being concern, more studies should be carried in order to contribute in particular field. This research had identified the endoparasite of parrotfish, (Scams prasiognathos) in Marine Park Center, Redang Island. Fish were collected by handling net, identified, measured and gutted for stomach content determination. Parasite were fixed in 70 % ethanol and stained in Mayer's carmalum. Glacial Acetic Acid was used as dehydrant process. Cleared overnight in clove oil and mounted in Canada balsam. Prevalence and mean intensity of infection were calculated for each parasite species.