Nematodes Outnumber All Animals

The most abundant animals on Earth are nematodes, tiny roundworms that live in soil, oceans, and freshwater environments. Scientists estimate there are about 57 billion nematodes for every human, meaning they make up roughly 80% of all individual animals on the planet. These creatures play a crucial role in ecosystems by cycling nutrients, decomposing organic matter, and even parasitizing plants and animals.

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