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Deep-Sea Worm Rewrites Evolutionary History | Concord News
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- Jul 16, 2026
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Summary
A newly discovered deep-sea worm, Xenoturbella profunda, thrives in crushing depths of the Pacific Ocean, defying the odds with its ribbon-like body and mysterious evolutionary roots. Scientists are buzzing about this 20-centimeter giant, whose lack of typical animal traits throws a wrench in the tree of life—and may hold clues to how life survives in Earth’s most extreme environments. With genetics and ecology still unknown, this worm is just the latest reminder that the deep sea still holds secrets waiting to be uncovered. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/20bbeb578d053465