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Fish are a diverse group of gill-bearing aquatic animals without limbs. They can suffer from various diseases, with parasitic infestations being a major issue. The fishing industry is important because it provides a large portion of our animal protein, boosts our economy by contributing to the GDP, and earns foreign exchange for the country. However, fish can carry parasites, like worms, which can harm their health and cause problems for aquaculture, where fish are farmed. They can also spread diseases to humans and animals and even cause fish to die. One type of worm, called acanthocephalans, is especially troublesome because it infects both freshwater and ocean fish.