Document Type
Report
Department/Program
Virginia Institute of Marine Science
Publication Date
9-1968
Series
Marine Resource Advisory No. 1
Abstract
MSX is a microscopic parasite that kills oysters but is not harmful to humans. It is a protozoan, or one-celled animal which thrives in areas of high salinity water. Death of oysters occurs mostly in the warm season with minor losses occurring in winter. MSX is now in its tenth year in Virginia with no reduction of its activity.
DOI
http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.21220/m2-8pa8-dh23
Keywords
Parasites, Fisheries, Management
Recommended Citation
Virginia Institute of Marine Science. (1968) Special Report to Oyster Industry: Growing Oysters in MSX Areas. Marine Resource Advisory No. 1. Virginia Institute of Marine Science, William & Mary. http://dx.doi.org/doi:10.21220/m2-8pa8-dh23
