Our world is full of bizarre and intriguing creatures. One of the strangest, though, is the hairworm, a parasitic worm known as a "mind control worm" in some circles. These parasitic worms are found ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A new species of tiny parasitic worm has been discovered, and it could ...

Horsehair worms look like simple creatures on the surface, but they're actually some of nature's most sophisticated bodysnatchers. These parasitic worms, which resemble dark and stringy horse hair, ...

COMMENTARY--Worms and viruses often target specific vulnerabilities in common software. But what if the terms were reversed? Rather than attacking the vulnerability of software for malicious purposes, ...

Identify aquarium worms and learn maintenance tips for a healthy tank. Reviewed by Nick Saint-Erne Properly identify whether you have detritus worms or planaria to determine the correct solution.