| Anisakidae | |
|---|---|
| Anisakis simplex larva | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Nematoda |
| Class: | Secernentea |
| Subclass: | Spiruria |
| Order: | Ascaridida |
| Family: | Anisakidae |
| Genera | |
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Several, see text |
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Anisakidae is a family of intestinal roundworms. They are also called the marine ascarids. The larvae of these worms can cause anisakiasis when ingested by humans, but do not reproduce except in marine mammals or seabirds.