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nemertina (dict)
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Nemertina Ribbon worms (Nemertina or Nemertea) are a Phylum of worms consisting of about 1200 species. There are two orders: Anopla and Enopla. They don't have body cavity and are unsegmented. They are usually carnivorous, feeding mostly on small invertebrates. Most of them are live in shallow seas and coastal waters. Some of them can reach great length (up to 30 meters - Lineus longissimus). Their bodies ends with a proboscis. Proboscis of some nemertines are ended with a poisonous stylet. Ribbon worms can eat up to 95% of its own body when there are no other sources of food.
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