What is Head and Lateral Line Erosion?
You may be asking yourself; just what is Head and Lateral Line Erosion? This syndrome could be described as a disease or condition that causes skin, scale and tissue loss in the head region and/or along the lateral line sensory system or flanks of fish. The lesions first appear as pinpoint foci that grow in size and numbers. These lesions are non-hemorrhagic ulcers that are devoid of pigmentation and a normal epidermis. What is the Lateral Line Sensory System? What is the Head and Lateral Line Sensory System? The lateral line system consists of a row of pores that runs along the flank of fish. Shorter rows of pores can be found in the head region and other areas. The pores contain sensory cells and hair-like projections. Together the subcutaneous pits, sensory cells and hair-like projections make up the lateral line system. What is the Function of the Lateral Line Sensory System? The lateral line system gives fish the ability to sense movement and water flow. This helps them to synchro
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