Class Oligochaeta (Noun)
Meaning
Earthworms.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Earthworms belong to the phylum Annelida and the class Oligochaeta, which also includes leeches.
- The class Oligochaeta is a group of annelid worms that are characterized by the presence of setae on their bodies.
- Earthworms are terrestrial members of the class Oligochaeta, which also includes aquatic species.
- The class Oligochaeta is divided into several orders, including the Haplotaxida, which includes earthworms.
- The setae of the class Oligochaeta are used for movement and burrowing, and are a key characteristic of the group.