Part 1/5 (SCP 1003 -1 is an adult tapeworm of the species Echinococcus granulosus, known for causing hydatid disease. Like others of its species, SCP1003 -1 inhabits the small intestines of carnivores (typically canids), where it produces eggs that are passed in the host's faeces. By 8 weeks, it is as mature as a 3-week-old neonate, although it is similar in size to an 8-week-old embryo (approximately 13-16 cm). Once it has reached this stage, it will actively consume the intermediate host from

SCP-1003: Tapeworm Child