A McDonald's customer recently posted on Reddit after finding a parasite in a Filet-O-Fish sandwich. Commenters on the thread quickly pointed out that this is actually common in wild-caught fish.

Using genome reconstruction, scientists unveiled a once 'invisible' fish parasite present in many marine fish world-wide that belongs to the apicomplexans, one of the most important groups of ...

Two species of fish-borne parasites have been found in freshwater fish routinely caught for consumption. Researchers say people could be eating the fish in ways that are conducive to transmission. The ...

At the heart of the Amazon researchers are investigating a mysterious parasite which is devastating fish farms around the world. At the heart of the Amazon researchers are investigating a mysterious ...

Parasites have not made a good name for themselves in the animal kingdom, living off the suffering of other animals. Unfortunately, they are everywhere, including in all Vermont lakes. While over 90% ...

We’ve all been there. You’re ready to prepare dinner, then you realize something is wrong with one of the ingredients. Maybe ...

Researchers have discovered a rare example of "great fish parenting" with a common coral reef species found to actively protect their young by eating parasites. The University of Queensland's Dr.

McDonald's Filet-O-Fish is a beloved menu item for a reason. Made with wild-caught Alaskan Pollock, American cheese, tartar sauce, and served on a steamed bun, the sandwich has built a loyal following ...