The Hitchhiker by Roald Dahl | Summary, Analysis & Themes

Here’s an unwelcome hitchhiker found on this spotted seatrout: a parasitic isopod belonging to the family Cymothoidae. After attaching itself to a host, it uses its claws to grip the skin or fins of the fish, feeding on their blood, mucus, and tissue. This particular isopod has been on the trout’s tail for some time, as evidenced by the red bruising and tissue loss on its caudal fin. While these parasites are generally a nuisance, they usually don't cause serious harm. However, bacterial infecti

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