Pseudocerotidae

Pseudocerotidae is a family of flatworms which includes the Bedford's flatworm. Pseudocerotidae are simple organisms categorized by their oval bodies and tentacles[1] and bright colors. They use the cilia to glide along surfaces.[2] Most commonly referred to as marine flatworms, closely related to the orders Macrostomorpha and Lecithoepitheliata. These organisms have very complex reproductive systems,[3] no blood systems or organs for gas exchange, a simple brain and are hermaphroditic.[4]

Pseudocerotidae
Pseudobiceros hancockanus This image shows a species of marine flatworm showing prominent False Horns.
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Platyhelminthes
Order: Polycladida
Suborder: Cotylea
Family: Pseudocerotidae
Lang, 1884
Genera
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