Stanford scientists have discovered a new type of immune cell that kills surrounding cells via explosion—a cellular ...

A dog-killing parasite that was believed to only exist in Texas and other Gulf Coast states has been discovered as far west as California for the first time, scientists have warned. The worm can cause ...

For years, land flatworms were thought to spread mostly through plant sales. Worms or their eggs would hitch a ride in potted soil, move through nurseries, and end up in new gardens. That explained ...

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It’s dark, slimy, and one of the world’s worst invasive species. And it might be in your leaf litter. Originally from Papua New Guinea, the New Guinea flatworm has made its way to North Carolina. On ...

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When some flatworms can't find a mate, a new study says, they reproduce in a way that will make you thank the god of your choice you're not a flatworm. CNET freelancer Danny Gallagher has contributed ...

A video of a marine flatworm engulfing a crab at low tide has become viral on the internet. The video shows the former blanketing the crab while the latter tries to escape but fails. Watch the video ...