A 2016 study announced in Royal Society Open Science used DNA analysis to report that the number of undiscovered marine worm species could be double current estimates. These creatures, while strange to human eyes, play vital roles in ocean ecosystems and offer insights into the mysteries of life in the deep sea.
Viral Specimen
A recent Facebook post pointing Eulagisca gigantea showcased a specimen retrieved from a depth of 1,706 to 2,198 feet in the Antarctic Ocean. The image recorded its extruded jaws and the eye-catching golden hue of its bristles, triggering fascination and a mix of horror among viewers.
