Which of the following lacks parapodia or satae?

Pheretima

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Hirudinaria

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Nereis

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Lumbricus

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Solution

The correct option is C Nereis
Leeches belong to the phylum Annelida. Hirudinaria is commonly called Indian cattle leech. They have anterior and posterior suckers that help in adhesion and locomotion. Satae are minute rod-like organs that help in locomotion. Some annelids have an aggregate of satae over fleshy appendages called parapodia. Satae or parapodia is altogether absent in leeches.
The correct answer is option C.

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