A rare sighting is possible indicator of prey abundance.
If the cysts contain milky, white fluid, they are likely Henneguya, a harmless and relatively common parasite. But if they contain a larvae, they are likely tape worms which can infect people.
Parasite identified as sea lice.
12-31-15 Late coho salmon - Klawock, Alaska, USA
Thousands of varied salmon species reported dead at Klawock River.
8-12-13 Growth in coho salmon - Hydaburg, Alaska, USA
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