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1. n. A Linnaean genus of parasitic Entomostraca, -- the same as the family Lernaeidae. Source: opted
2. A Linnæan genus of parasitic Entomostraca, -- the same as the family Lernæidæ. Note: The genus is restricted by modern zoölogists to a limited number of species similar to Lernæa branchialis found on the gills of the cod. Source: webster
3. A Linnæan genus of parasitic Entomostraca, -- the same as thefamily Lernæidæ. Source: adambom

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genus entomostraca parasitic family cod found gills limited linnaean modern note number restricted similar species

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lernaeacea Lernaean Hydra

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