Balanoglossus is commonly known as :

Peacock worm

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Acorn worm

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Sand worm

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None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Acorn worm
Balanoglossus is an ocean-dwelling 'acorn worm', the genus of Hemichordata. It is an 'evolutionary link' between invertebrates and vertebrates. It has a notochord in the upper part of the body and has no nerve chord. Hence, option B is correct.

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