Question

What is the function of the earthworm's clitellum?

Answer 1

Clitellum:

1. In earthworms and leeches, the clitellum is a swollen glandular portion of the body that is not segmented as the rest of the body.
2. It is helpful in secreting a viscid sac into which eggs are stored.
3. From the anterior end of the body, the fourteenth and seventeenth segments are contributed to form the clitellum structure.

Functions of clitellum:

1. It is considered to be the earthworm's reproductive system.
2. It also secretes a viscous fluid that is used to create a cocoon for its eggs.