Be Careful of the White Lump in Cuttlefish's Belly: Is it 'Cuttlefish Roe' or Worms?

(Kuala Lumpur, 8th) Recently, a vendor named @sotongberkrimers uploaded a video on social media about processing cuttlefish, which has sparked widespread attention and discussion among netizens. In the video, he shows a white substance he found in a cuttlefish's belly and emphasizes that it is not the 'cuttlefish roe' as commonly believed but rather parasites.
From the footage, the vendor can be seen removing the white lump from the cuttlefish's belly with his hands and cutting it open, revealing dozens of tiny wriggling white worms inside, causing many viewers to get goosebumps.
In the video, he states that as a vendor handling over 40 kilograms of cuttlefish daily, encountering such 'worm clusters' is almost a daily occurrence, and he specifically filmed this video to reveal the truth.

Once the video was released, it quickly ignited a polarizing discussion. Some netizens said they were 'enlightened', finding the video a wake-up call, while others doubted that the white lump is actually cuttlefish's young (juvenile) and not worms. Some netizens even commented that after watching the video, they were put off from eating cuttlefish: 'I might not dare to eat cuttlefish anymore.' 

So far, no experts have formally made a scientific appraisal of the video content. Industry insiders remind that seafood may inherently have the risk of parasites, and consumers should ensure that the ingredients are thoroughly cleaned and cooked before eating. Such controversies also remind the public once again: the handling and safety issues behind everyday food deserve more attention.