Question

Which of the following is true about earthworms?

• A. Can reproduce through regeneration
• B. They are unisexual animals
• C. They are hermaphrodites
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C They are hermaphrodites

Earthworms are bisexual animals or in other words hermaphrodites. The organisms in which both the male and female reproductive system are present in the same individual are called bisexual organisms or hermaphrodites.
An earthworm cannot reproduce through regeneration. If an earthworm is split in two, it will not become two new worms. The head of the worm may survive and regenerate its tail if the animal is cut behind the clitellum. But the original tail of the worm will not be able to grow a new head.