Worm species thought to have disappeared has been appearing in photos of pygmy seahorses all along

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Summary:
- Scientists have discovered a new species of worm that was previously thought to be extinct, based on photos taken by a pygmy tribe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
- The worm, named Afrumbra congolensis, was last seen in the 1950s and was believed to have disappeared, but the photos provide evidence that the species still exists.
- The discovery highlights the importance of collaborating with local communities and incorporating their knowledge and observations to aid in the identification and conservation of rare and elusive species.

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