HackerNews Summary (2023-05-23 04PM)

Source: Meet Your New Nightmare, the Hammerhead Worm

Summary
Texas is known for its invasive species, and the latest to expand its territory is the hammerhead worm, a slimy invertebrate that secretes tetrodotoxin. Reaching up to a foot in length, the larger hammerhead species is known to eat earthworms, which could have a significant impact on soil health. Both species can be found in many parts of Texas.

Fact

🐛 Hammerhead worms secrete tetrodotoxin, the same poison found in pufferfish.

🌱The larger hammerhead species is a threat to soil health, as it feeds on earthworms that are important for maintaining soil nutrients.

🌎 The hammerhead worm is native to Southeast Asia, but has become an invasive species in Texas and other parts of the U.S.

Source: Coastal Travel. 100% Electric.

Summary
An overview of successful maritime ventures, airlines, and ferry operators, committed to expanding their services while connecting people globally.

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🛫 Mokulele Airlines founded in 1994 is a Southern Airways company carrying a large number of commuters in America.

🚢 Brittany Ferries is the largest ferry operator in the English Channel connecting England, France, Spain, and Ireland.

🌊 Ocean Flyer is a transport network in New Zealand that focuses on community building and climate change mitigation.

🛩️ Mesa Airlines is one of America’s largest regional airlines boasting of 140 aircraft in its fleet.

🚁 Fly The Whale is a charter company, specializing in transfers from Manhattan and through the Caribbean.

🛬 Southern Airways Express is one of the leading commuter airlines operating in New England, Florida/Caribbean, and Hawaii, and is expanding internationally.

⚓ FRS FRS is based in North Germany with a successful maritime venture and is now exploring new business opportunities beyond its waters.

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