It can seem as though nature has an incredible, unlimited imagination, and it is no surprise that some of the creatures of scary books and movies might take their inspiration from the natural world. This week Luke looks at some of the most terrifying creatures on our planet, from bleeding fungi to vampires of the deep.
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