spiny-headed worm
- n any of various worms living parasitically in intestines of vertebrates having a retractile proboscis covered with many hooked spines
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- 18-Foot Long Oarfish Was Filled With Parasites
Around two dozen larval tapeworms, two young roundworms, and little pieces of an adult spiny-headed worm were among the specimens found in a small tissue sample of the intestines.
Oct. 30, 2013 - Business Insider - Researchers reveal secrets of giant oarfish found off coast
UCSB scientists say adult spiny-headed worm was found embedded in the serpent-like fish's intestine.
Oct. 29, 2013 - KPSP Local 2