Abstract

The biochemical constitution of the copepod parasite Mytilicola intestinalis was determined and seasonal changes were detected which, in general, could be correlated with the life-history of the parasite.Biochemical constituents have been discussed in relation to those in other endoparasites and free-living crustaceans. It was concluded that carbohydrates and lipids both formed important stores of energy in M. intestinalis. Protein levels were reduced compared with those in free-living forms.This work forms part of a Ph.D. thesis in the University of London. It was completed during the tenure of a Research Assistantship at The Polytechnic, Regent Street, London W. 1.

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