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Flat Worm, a.k.a. Flatworm and Platyhelminthes

Aspect: Relatively short brownish ribbon (but can also sport different colours or combinations of colours). Platyhelmintes, or even Plathelminthes derives from the Greek platy (flat) and helminth (worm)
Population: Probably abundant, but rarely spotted.
Notable feature: Undulates its entire body to swim.
Environment: Anywhere relatively sheltered from strong currents.
Behaviour: Carnivorous, feeds on small crustaceans, essentially at night.
  • French designation: Ver Plat ou Plathelminthe
  • Latin designation: Pseudoceros sp.
  • Creole designation: -
  • Latin family: Pseudocerotidae
  • Size (cm): 2-5
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