According to local news agency McClatchy News, hammerhead worms are an Invalid species, up to 0.3m long, commonly found in the southeastern state of Texas.
Texas Invalids Institute research director Ashley Morgan-Olvera said that hamstring worms are increasing in Tarrant, Dallas, Smith counties and neighboring areas.
Hammerhead worms originated from Southeast Asia and introduced to North America in the early 1900s. This species specializes in hunting for earthworms - an essential part of a healthy ecosystem. Identified by a Hammer-shaped strange head, they attack prey by secreting a neurotoxin that can irritate the skin and make the animal weaker if eaten.
Like crossbars and crossbars, these terrifying invaders can transmit harmful parasites to humans. The authorities warn people not to touch hammerhead worms with their bare hands and absolutely not to destroy them by cutting them in half.
The worm collects the head of a breeding hammer mainly by reducing it to pieces. Any broken part will form a new one within 10 days. Basically, if cut in half, this worm will turn into 2 fish.
Instead, expert Morgan-Olvera recommends that if you encounter worms killing hammocks, it is best to use a stick, glove or paper towel to put it in a sealed bag with salt or vinegar and freeze overnight.
