From the images shared, these appear to be Philemona, a freshwater parasite. Philomena is a food quality concern but is Not considered a human health concern. With proper preparation, the salmon is safe to eat.
About 10% of our catch during dip net fishing at mouth of Kenai River was harboring these worms.
"My husband and I have been dipnetting on the Kasilof since 2014. This year we noticed more small fish than usual and all but ~5 of the 35 fish we caught had parasites."
Invasive pigeons have made their way out of Alaska's large cities to fish camps on the west side of Cook Inlet.
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