BANGOR DAILY NEWS • November 9, 2026
It’s not a pleasant thought, but there is always the chance the meat from that moose or deer you harvest this season contains parasites. There can be just a few or, in rare cases, a disturbing infestation of these organisms in the animal’s muscle meat. In Maine, the most common parasites that may infect moose or deer meat are nasal bots, muscle worms and tapeworm. Depending on the amount of parasites in the meat — and how strong your stomach is — you can enjoy the meals from a successful hunt.