Question

What is the buccal segment of an earthworm called?

Answer 1

Earthworm:

1. These are the organisms that possess soft body designs.
2. They are found in moist soil where they live in burrows.
3. They are called farmer's friends as they help in the decomposition of organic waste.

The buccal segment of Earthworm:

1. The buccal segment consists of the mouth called the peristomium.
2. Peristomium is the structure that surrounds the mouth and it forms the first segment in the earthworm.
3. In front of the mouth lies a tongue-like structure called prostomium.
4. Prostomium helps earthworms to sense the environment.