Efficacy of ICTHIOVAC® VR against Listonella anguillarum serovar O2α in European sea bass fry and juveniles
Clear differences in the mortality rates between vaccinated and control groups were observed. The mortality rates reported in vaccinated groups ranged between 21.67 and 22.22 % whereas the mortality rates in control groups were of 60-97.78 %. Deaths were observed between 24 and 72 hours after challenge.
European Sea Bass (Dicentrarchus labrax) is a marine fish species with a high commercial value, especially in the Mediterranean countries and Europe. Vibriosis caused by Listonella (Vibrio) anguillarum is a common disease in Sea Bass that has led to significant economic losses to date. Therefore, development and use of preventive strategies can evade these associated mortalities [1].
Clear differences in the mortality rates between vaccinated and control groups were observed. The mortality rates reported in vaccinated groups ranged between 21.67 and 22.22 % whereas the mortality rates in control groups were of 60-97.78 %. Deaths were observed between 24 and 72 hours after challenge.