Haplosporidium pinnae infection confirmed in Pinna nobilis populations in the Sea of Marmara

Key Points

• Haplosporidium infection was confirmed in pinna nobilis populations, signaling a significant ecological threat.
• Evidence from sampled marine populations indicates a concerning prevalence of haplosporidium-related disease.
• Analysis of marine ecosystems in the Sea of Marmara revealed widespread disease in local bivalves as a result of the infection.
• These findings highlight urgent conservation needs for pinna nobilis populations in affected marine regions.