Herring Worms and Codworms

Anisakis simplex (herring worm) and Pseudoterranova dicipiens (codworm) infections are brought on by the consumption of contaminated raw fish. Even though there are only about 10 known cases a year, many cases are believed to go unreported. The fish species common in North America that might carry these worms include Pacific red snapper, Pacific salmon, and Atlantic cod. Read more »