Fish parasites

[Vikingj]

Since I am a biology teacher several of my fishing buddies have asked me about their "wormy" fish, so I thought I would post this for those of you who were also wondering about it. Halibut tend to be a "wormy" fish and sooner or later you will come upon these little critters in or on your fish. Actually, with summer coming on, you may also find these parasites in rockfishes, bass species, etc. (although they are not as common or obvious as in flatfishes). After discovering these unwanted guest, many fisherman will dispose of their catch and miss their fish taco night. Usually this is not necessary, as with proper cleaning, cooking, and in some cases, freezing, your fish is still very edible.
Read the following and eat more fish!
http://seafood.ucdavis.edu/Pubs/parasite.htm

Wayne