Shells of their former selves: How sea snails have adapted to invasive predators
he has monitored the evolution of two common species of sea snails living off Maine's coast, tracking how they have responded ...
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866 new marine species discovered, revealing ocean’s hidden wonders
A notable discovery was the predatory gastropod Turridrupa magnifica, a deep-sea snail that injects toxins into its prey. The venom of related species has led to medical breakthroughs, including ...
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From a Guitar Shark to an Octocoral, Scientists Discover More Than 800 Marine Species
Scientists have identified 866 new species as part of the Ocean Census, a global mission to protect and accelerate the discovery of marine life. The creatures include everything from a squat lobster ...
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Ambitious effort to document marine life reveals 866 new species and counting
A predatory gastropod named Turridrupa magnifica was another remarkable find. These deep-sea snails inject toxins into their prey with their unusual teeth. Bioactive compounds in the venom of ...