Question

Which of the following is not a member of kingdom Annelida?

• A. Clam worm
• B. Earthworm
• C. Pinworm
• D. Leech

Answer 1

The correct option is C Pinworm

Phylum Annelida involves segmented worms found in marine water, fresh water and moist terrestrial habitats. Their bodies have distinct segments. These organisms are bilaterally symmetrical, triploblastic and coelomate. Some examples are earthworms, leeches, clam worms etc. Pinworms belong to the phylum Nematoda/Aschelminthes. They are bilaterally symmetrical, triploblastic and pseudocoelomate organisms. Pinworms are usually intestinal parasites.

So, the correct option is 'C'.