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Deep-Sea Worm Rewrites Evolutionary Puzzle | Texas News
Scientists have uncovered a bizarre new deep-sea worm, Xenoturbella profunda, thriving at crushing depths over 2,000 meters in the Pacific—its ribbon-like body and 20cm length defying expectations. Belonging to a mysterious animal group lacking basic organs like a gut, it’s a puzzle for evolutionary biologists. Found via ROV, this giant of its genus hints at hidden ocean biodiversity, with genetic studies underway to map its place in life’s tree and reveal how it survives Earth’s most extreme habitats. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn…
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