Where do trichinella live?

Trichinella, a genus of parasitic nematodes, primarily live in the muscles of infected animals, particularly in mammals such as pigs, wild boars, and bears. They can also be found in the intestines of these hosts during their lifecycle. Humans can become infected by consuming undercooked or raw meat containing encysted larvae. Once ingested, the larvae can migrate to muscle tissues, leading to the disease known as trichinosis.