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Pharynx

Earthworm dissection to see the pharynx.

Earthworms push the pharynx out of their mouths to grasp hold of organic matter. They pull the food back into their mouths and then wet it with saliva.

Acknowledgement: Sara L Roggemann, Three Flowers Photography

Rights: Sara L Roggemann, Three Flowers Photography
Published: 12 June 2012,Updated: 12 June 2012Size: 36.42 KB