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herring worm

Anisakis simplex

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (hewan)
Phylum
Nematoda (Roundworms)
Class
Chromadorea (Chromadorea)
Order
Rhabditida (Rhabditida)
Family
Anisakidae
Genus
Anisakis
Species
Anisakis simplex (herring worm)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of herring worm?
The scientific name of herring worm is Anisakis simplex. It belongs to the genus Anisakis.
Where does herring worm live?
herring worm is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.
What family does herring worm belong to?
herring worm (Anisakis simplex) belongs to the genus Anisakis, which is part of the taxonomic family Anisakidae.
What kingdom does herring worm belong to?
herring worm (Anisakis simplex) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

Native Range — 3 Countries

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Genus Anisakis — 1 Species

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herring worm
Anisakis simplex
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