Vibrio parahaemolyticus
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Vibrio parahaemolyticus (V. parahaemolyticus) is a type of bacteria that lives in warm coastal waters and can contaminate sea life. The bacteria can grow and multiply more easily in warmer months. Oysters and other shellfish (mussels, scallops) can be naturally contaminated with low levels of V.parahaemolyticus as the bacteria will concentrate within tissue due to their filter feeding action. Other seafood such as fish, crabs and lobsters can also carry the bacteria.
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