The Antarctic worm with teeth that will haunt your dreams

A creature of the deep

Polychaete worms like Eulagisca gigantea are incredibly diverse and can be found in all kinds of ocean environments. From shallow coral reefs to deep-sea hydrothermal vents, these worms come in all shapes, sizes, and colors.

In fact, there are over 8,000 species of polychaete worms, though experts believe there could be even more lurking out there, waiting to be discovered.

A 2016 study suggested that we may only have uncovered half of the marine worm species out there, so who knows what other weird and wonderful creatures are hiding in the deep?

These worms may seem strange, but they play important roles in ocean ecosystems and are crucial for researchers studying life in the depths of our planet.

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