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Larvae of other tapeworms of Tetrarhynchoidea
Characteristics of Larvae of other tapeworms of Tetrarhynchoidea
Color |
Milky white |
|---|---|
| Size | Existing in spherical bags of several millimeters. |
| Parasitize targets | Parasitizing muscles and body cavities. |
Characteristics |
The bags often have string-shaped objects attached, and the larvae get out when the bags are broken. |
Impacts on human
It does not parasitize human beings. It is found parasitizing tuna, yellowtail, etc., resulting in complaints.
Major seafood hosts
Figure: Larva of a kind of tapeworm of Tetrarhynchoidea parasitizing muscle of Japanese whiting |
