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Velvetworm

Velvet Worm
(Varies by Species)

Found in tropical and subtropical forests worldwide, the Velvet Worm hunts by firing streams of fast-hardening sticky slime from nozzles on both sides of its head, entangling prey almost instantly.

 

Despite its worm-like appearance it is more closely related to arthropods than true worms, and the slime it produces is being studied for potential applications in biodegradable adhesives!

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