The larva of balanoglossus (Hemichordate) is called:

Correct answer: C. Tornaria

  • A. Bipinnaria
  • B. Radiolaria
  • C. Tornaria
  • D. Trochophore

Explanation

Balanoglossus is a genus of ocean-dwelling acorn worms (Enteropneusta). Many hemichordates such as acorn worms have a larval stage in their life cycle; the larvae, called tornariae, swim using microscopic hairs called cilia. The tornaria larva resembles the bipinnaria larva of echinoderms.

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