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    • Earthworm's Setae - bristly hairs used to help them move.
    Rights: The University of Waikato Te Whare Wānanga o Waikato Published 12 June 2012 Size: 10 KB Referencing Hub media

    Each segment has a number of bristly hairs that earthworms use to help them move. Sometimes, if you run your fingers on the underside (ventral) of the earthworm, you can feel the setae.

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      Outside of an earthworm

      The earthworm’s body is well adapted for life in the soil. Click on the labels to see images and learn more.

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