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Bootlace Worm
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Bootlace Worm

Lineus longissimus

The bootlace worm (Lineus longissimus) is one of the longest known animals, with specimens up to 55 m (180 ft) long and up to 10 mm wide being reported. Its mucus is toxic.

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