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Scientists discover giant carnivorous worms—ancient terror beasts

Por: Newsweek World January 04, 2024

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Giant worm fossils found in North Greenland have revealed a past dynasty of ancient predators that is totally new to science.The newly discovered animals, which scientists have named Timorebestia—translating to terror beast in Latin—may be among the earliest carnivorous animals to have colonized the water column over 500 million years ago.Timorebestia were giants of their day and would have been close to the top of the food chain, Jakob... + full article



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