The phylum Mollusca contains over 100,000 species with a variety of body forms and lifestyles. In mollusks, the coelom is reduced and limited to the region around the heart. The Mollusk body first appeared during the Cambrian Period. All mollusks have: 1. A visceral mass containing internal organs, including the digestive tract, paired kidneys, and reproductive organs. 2. A mantle [...]
The following points highlight the six main classes of phylum mollusca. The classes are: 1. Monoplacophora 2. Amphineura 3. Gastropoda 4. Scaphopoda 5. Pelecypoda or Bivalvia or Lamellibranchiata 6. Cephalopoda. Class # 1. Monoplacophora: 1. The body is bilaterally symmetrical and covered by a mantle. 2. The single dorsal shell is thin and sub circular. 3. The metamerism is apparent [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. External Features of Cuttle Fish 2. Locomotion in Cuttle Fish 3. Digestive System 4. Respiratory System 5. Circulatory System 6. Excretory System 7. Nervous System 8. Reproductive System 9. Fertilization and Development. Contents: External Features of Cuttle Fish Locomotion in Cuttle Fish Digestive System of Cuttle Fish Respiratory System of Cuttle Fish [...]