First Record and extended description of Dicyema platycephalum Penchaszadeh1969 (Dicyemida: Dicyemidae) in Octopus tehuelchus from northern Patagonia, SW Atlantic

Key Points

• Dicyema platycephalum is reported in Octopus tehuelchus for the first time, shedding light on marine species diversity.
• The findings cover habitat details and morphological characteristics of the dicyemid, advancing knowledge in marine biology.
• Observation details were collected from specimens in northern Patagonia, focusing on ecological and geographical context.
• These insights into Dicyema platycephalum highlight the importance of ongoing marine biodiversity research and conservation efforts.