Publication Date:
2022-11-23
Description:
Dataset: Oyster genetic identity and parasite community structure
Description:
Intraspecific variation in host susceptibility to individual parasite species is common, yet how these effects scale to mediate the structure of diverse parasite communities in nature is not as well understood. To address this knowledge gap, we tested how host genetic identity affects parasite communities on restored reefs seeded with juvenile oysters from different sources – a regional commercial hatchery or one of two wild progenitor lines. We assessed the prevalence and intensity of three micro- and two macro-parasite species for four years following restoration. Despite the spatial proximity of restored reefs, oyster source identity strongly predicted parasite community prevalence across all years, with sources varying in their relative susceptibility to different parasites. Oyster seed source also predicted reef-level parasite intensities across space and through time. Our results highlight that host intraspecific variation can shape parasite community structure in natural systems, and reinforce the importance of considering source identity and diversity in restoration design.
For a complete list of measurements, refer to the full dataset description in the supplemental file 'Dataset_description.pdf'. The most current version of this dataset is available at: https://www.bco-dmo.org/dataset/883570
Description:
NSF Division of Ocean Sciences (NSF OCE) OCE-1652320, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program (USFWS WSFR) WSFR F20AF00145
Keywords:
Crassostrea virginica
;
host-parasite
;
habitat restoration
;
genetic variation
Repository Name:
Woods Hole Open Access Server
Type:
Dataset
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