Flatworm (Platyhelminthes) species

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Overview

Flatworms (phylum Platyhelminthes) Flatworms are found in marine, freshwater, and even damp terrestrial environments. Most are free-living forms, but many are parasitic on other animals.

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2 species

Caenoplana coerulea (Blue Planarian, Blue Garden Flatworm)

Caenoplana coerulea
Caenoplana coerulea
Caenoplana coerulea

Fletchamia quinquelineata (Five-striped flatworm)

Fletchamia quinquelineata
Fletchamia quinquelineata
Fletchamia quinquelineata
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  • Non-invasive or negligible (change?)

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