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On a moon with a thick atmosphere and low gravity, alien life might include animals such as this "caped stalker worker," scientists imagine. Its beak is adapted to tear flesh, and it has an excellent sense of smell for detecting prey.

The illustration was made for the National Geographic Channel documentary Extraterrestrial, a look at what life on other worlds might really look like. Visit the Channel's Extraterrestrial Web site for a video excerpt, more images, and an interactive feature.

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—Illustration copyright Big Wave Productions Ltd.
 

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