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Giant Tubeworm

Riftia pachyptila

Deep sea Giant Tubeworm specimen

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Abyssal Stats

Depth

1,500–2,500 m (5,000–8,200 ft)

Size

Up to 3 m (10 ft)

Habitat

Hydrothermal Vents

Diet

Symbiotic bacteria

What they'd be sayin'

"I have no mouth, no stomach, and no gut; I rely entirely on bacteria inside me to make food."

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Deep Sea Profile

Creatures that live near hydrothermal vents, reaching lengths of up to 3 meters (10 ft) without a mouth or gut.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do they eat?

They rely on symbiotic bacteria inside them to turn chemicals into food.

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