Hammerhead Worm
The hammerhead flatworm (Latin: Bipalium) resembles a small snake. Its head is shaped like a hammer, which is the origin of its name.
Planarians hunt earthworms. Chemoreceptors on their head are responsible for detecting the trail left by their prey. 🐍🔬
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The hammerhead flatworm (Latin: Bipalium) resembles a small snake. Its head is shaped like a hammer, which is the origin of its name.
Planarians hunt earthworms. Chemoreceptors on their head are responsible for detecting the trail left by their prey. 🐍🔬
#discoveries
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