Worms Build Reefs

Worms Build Reefs explores the hidden world of deep-sea ecosystems, focusing on the remarkable reefs constructed by tubeworms. These reefs, found near hydrothermal vents and cold seeps, teem with life despite the absence of sunlight. The book reveals how tubeworms utilize chemosynthesis to convert chemical energy into sustenance, forming the base of complex food webs that support a diverse array o...