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Genus Costia

Noun (Biology)

A taxonomic rank used in the classification of organisms, specifically in the field of microbiology, referring to a genus of flagellated protists commonly found in freshwater environments.

Example sentence: The genus Costia includes several species of tiny flagellated protists that can cause diseases in fish.

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Noun (Medicine)

A genus of parasitic protozoa belonging to the family Cryptobia, known for causing infections in fish and other aquatic organisms.

Example sentence: The veterinarian discovered Costia infection in the fish tank, which required immediate treatment.

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