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First introduced to Missouri in 2018, the hammerhead worm has recently gained attention after being spotted at the Lake of the Ozarks. These worms are not native to the region; they originally hail from Southeast Asia, Australia, and South America. Upon casual observation, they might appear unremarkable, save for their distinctive flatheads. However, experts caution that these worms can have detrimental effects on local wildlife and agriculture.