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Green blood is a rare condition observed in certain species, most notably in some types of mollusks, such as the sea snail, and in certain worms. It results from the presence of a green pigment called hemocyanin, which is used for oxygen transport in the blood, instead of the more common red hemoglobin found in vertebrates. Hemocyanin contains copper, which gives the blood its characteristic green color when oxygenated. This adaptation is particularly advantageous in low-oxygen environments, allowing these organisms to thrive in their specific habitats.

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