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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4 species

Australopacifica graminicola (Brown-speckled planarian)

Australopacifica graminicola
Australopacifica graminicola
Australopacifica graminicola

Australoplana minor (The Little planarian)

Australoplana minor
Australoplana minor
Australoplana minor

Lenkunya virgata (Brown-streaked planarian)

Lenkunya virgata
Lenkunya virgata
Lenkunya virgata
  • Rare or uncommon native (change?)
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  • Non-invasive or negligible (change?)

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