Pink planarian
The Pink Planarian would make a wonderful addition to the Water Lab exhibit. This worm is anything but the typical type of worm people usually think of. It is easy to care for because of it’s size and is an extremely interesting animal. When most people think of worms, the first image that pops into their mind is an earthworm. However, there are many other species of worms in our world.
Take the Pink Planarian for example. This flatworm belonging to the phylum known as Platyhelminthes, is a small worm ranging from ⅛ of an inch to 1 inch long. The worm can be white, gray, brown, transparent, and in this case, pink. Most planarians are carnivores who feed on very small aquatic invertebrates. Due to their amazing sense organs, they are very efficient hunters. Many species of planarians can consume dead fish/snails or algae. Pink Planarians can be found underneath logs, dead leaves, and rocks in most wet environments. Tiny cilia on the underside of the worm, along with mucus help this animal move in a glide-like motion. Planarians don’t like deep water, so keep your tank water only about an inch high. It is suggested to put log and rock decor in the tank.
Take the Pink Planarian for example. This flatworm belonging to the phylum known as Platyhelminthes, is a small worm ranging from ⅛ of an inch to 1 inch long. The worm can be white, gray, brown, transparent, and in this case, pink. Most planarians are carnivores who feed on very small aquatic invertebrates. Due to their amazing sense organs, they are very efficient hunters. Many species of planarians can consume dead fish/snails or algae. Pink Planarians can be found underneath logs, dead leaves, and rocks in most wet environments. Tiny cilia on the underside of the worm, along with mucus help this animal move in a glide-like motion. Planarians don’t like deep water, so keep your tank water only about an inch high. It is suggested to put log and rock decor in the tank.