Fish of this species are often found to carry heavy parasite loads.

Still, diagnosis can be difficult because of the varying juvenile parasite load on a daily basis.

More diversity, more of an indigenous parasite load.

Wild caught specimens often have heavy parasite loads, and they are easily susceptible to stress, so care can be difficult.

The parasite load of this species has been investigated.

Many imported specimens have heavy parasite loads, and the stress of captivity all too often leads to a quick death.

Insulin like growth factor 1 can extended the mosquito lifespan, reduce the rate of infection and the parasite load.

Velvet bellies often carry a heavy parasite load.

Numerous parasites are known for this species, and both juveniles and adults often carry heavy parasite loads.

This is due to lower predation pressures that would otherwise kill off many of the individuals with significant parasite loads.