Thread: Wormy crappie

They are round worms that are in the body cavity. Some years they are worse than others. Grubs and flukes can also be found just under the skin or on the skin of fish. These parasites are more prevalent in streams and rivers than lakes. Completely normal. Nothing to worry about. Most parasites have secondary hosts such as birds or snails. If there is an increase in one of these secondary hosts, often the parasites increase as well. I have always been told to cook the flesh good and don't worry about it. I still cut the obvious ones out. If it's cooked well, it can not be transfered to you.